Bulbophyllum auratum is an easy to grow species from Sumatra, the Philippines, Borneo, Peninsula Malaysia, and Thailand. In the wild this species is found in lowland forest at elevations between 100-1200 metres. Inflorescences measure 15 cm, bear up to 6 flowers that measure 3 cm across. The flowers are not scented and usually bloom during spring and summer.
 
Bulbophyllum auratum should be grown potted, in shade, never in direct sunlight and kept moist year-round. This plant grows well in an intermediate to warm greenhouse and enjoys the consistent temperatures of indoors.
 
This plant is flowering size and is growing in a pot. Grow Bulbophyllum auratum 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 18 - 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.
 
Plant size - This plant is flowering size, 4-6 pseudobulbs.
Family – Orchidaceae
Plant Passport - A Bulbophyllum auratum B 140084 c 11746 d GB