Bulbophylum vaginatum
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A distinctive species forming dense mats of small pseudobulbs, producing clusters of starry yellow flowers with red markings. Flowers are carried on short umbels above the foliage and appear multiple times per year under good culture.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light; avoid harsh midday sun.
- Water: Keep evenly moist year-round; do not allow to dry out completely.
- Temperature: Intermediate to warm (15–30 °C).
- Media: Best grown mounted or in a shallow basket with sphagnum moss or fine mix to encourage spreading habit.
- Fertiliser: Apply dilute balanced fertiliser regularly during active growth.
Key Characteristics
- Flower Size: Around 2 cm
- Colour: Yellow with red or maroon markings
- Spike Habit: Umbels held just above the foliage
- Blooming Season: Sporadic, several times per year
- Fragrance: Light, sometimes musky
- Plant Size: Miniature, mat-forming species
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
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Size: 50mm Pot