{"product_id":"bulbophyllum-xanthomelanon","title":"Bulbophyllum xanthomelanon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBulbophyllum xanthomelanon\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare miniature epiphytic orchid endemic to the montane forests of Sulawesi, Indonesia, where it grows at elevations of around \u003cstrong\u003e1,200 m (3,900 ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The plant features creeping rhizomes with closely spaced, oval pseudobulbs, each supporting a single leathery green leaf. It produces a solitary flower approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1 cm (0.4 in)\u003c\/strong\u003e across on a short inflorescence. The bloom is especially distinctive, displaying bright yellow sepals and pale yellow petals accented by striking blackish-red to deep maroon details on the lip and column, creating a dramatic color contrast reflected in its name, which means \"yellow and black.\" Compact, unusual, and seldom seen in cultivation, \u003cem\u003eBulbophyllum xanthomelanon\u003c\/em\u003e is highly prized by collectors of miniature and species Bulbophyllums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide low to medium filtered light, avoiding direct midday sun.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow mounted or in a shallow pot with fine bark or sphagnum moss that retains moisture while allowing excellent air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the growing medium evenly moist, never allowing it to dry out completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain warm to intermediate temperatures of \u003cstrong\u003e20–27°C (68–80°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the day with slightly cooler nights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain \u003cstrong\u003e60–90% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e with constant air movement to promote healthy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilize regularly at one-quarter to one-half strength with a balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepot or remount when new roots begin to develop, taking care not to bury the creeping rhizome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63589815746931,"sku":"Bulbophyllum xanthomelanon","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/BulbophyllumxanthomelanonforSale.jpg?v=1785318106","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/bulbophyllum-xanthomelanon","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}