Bulbophyllum saurocephalum

A warm-growing epiphyte from the forests of Southeast Asia, producing dense, arching racemes densely packed with numerous small flowers along a thick, fleshy rachis. Each bloom displays strongly veined, striate sepals arranged in a tightly clustered formation — a bold and unusual inflorescence structure that sets this species apart.

• Light: Bright indirect light with 40–50% shade cloth; avoid direct midday sun to protect the foliage.
• Temperature: 65–86°F (18–30°C); a warm grower with a minimum tolerance around 60°F (15°C).
• Humidity: 70–85%; maintain high humidity with strong air movement to keep roots healthy.
• Watering: Water thoroughly and allow the mix to approach dryness between waterings; avoid prolonged saturation at the roots.

Additional Notes

Best grown mounted on cork or in a basket with a coarse bark mix for excellent drainage and airflow. Ships bare root, well established.