Bulbophyllum ambrosia is a compact species distributed in southern China, northern Vietnam, and neighbouring regions. It grows in moist, shaded forests at mid elevations, often on tree trunks or branches. Plants form small pseudobulbs along a creeping rhizome, each with a single leaf. The inflorescences are short, bearing one or two cream to pale yellow flowers, sometimes flushed with pink or red. Unlike many in the genus, the flowers are pleasantly fragrant, which is reflected in the species name. Its combination of compact growth, manageable culture, and sweet scent makes it a favoured choice for orchid growers.
Care Tips
Light: Best grown in shaded to moderately bright, indirect light.
Water: Keep evenly moist, watering frequently but avoiding stagnant conditions.
Media: Suitable for mounting on cork or tree fern, or in a fine orchid mix with sphagnum moss to retain moisture.
Fertiliser: Apply a dilute orchid fertiliser regularly during active growth.
Temperature: Thrives in intermediate to warm conditions, ideally 16–28 °C, with good humidity.
Air circulation: Provide steady airflow to maintain leaf and root health.
Repotting: Refresh medium or remount every 2–3 years to sustain active growth.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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