Bulbophyllum aristilabre is from New Guinea. In the wild this species is an epiphyte, found in a variety of lowland forest types and at elevations around 300 metres. Inflorescences measure up to 6cm, bear solitary flowers that form an umbel and measure 6 cm across. Flowers usually bloom during the spring and summer months.
 
This plant is flowering size and is growing in a pot. Grow Bulbophyllum aristilabre on a mount or in a pot with moss and a fine bark mix. Grow plants in moderate shade, never in direct sunlight and keep them well watered all year. Grow this species in a warm greenhouse and give it night-time temperatures of 16 - 25 degrees and daytime temperatures of 26 to 34 degrees. Plants are better suited for a greenhouse but will grow and potentially flower indoors in a bright location or in a terrarium/paludarium with lights.
 
Family – Orchidaceae
Plant Passport - A Bulbophyllum aristilabre B 140084 c 9639 d GB