Bulbophyllum picturatum

A compact growing cool tolerant Bulbophyllum from eastern India to Thailand in montane forests up to 1600m. The scented flowers are produced on wiry stems and arranged in an arc. The lower sepals form outward pointing tubes which are metallic golden yellow with purple spots. The hinged lip and appendaged dorsal are deep purple.

Plants can be grown in cool through to warm conditions but a little drier in the winter.