Bulbophyllum johnsonii Hunt

Subtribe: Bulbophyllinae Section: Micromonanthe Schltr.

Country: Australia

Synonym/s: Bulbophyllum kirkwoodae Hunt
Bulbophyllum whitei Hunt and Rupp

Bulbophyllum johnsonii is found between the Burdekin and Annan rivers in North Qld. Found either as an epiphyte or a lithophyte. It is mostly found in but sometimes outside rainforests in the slighty drier and more open forests at between 600-1200m. Psuedobulbs of this species are small and flattened and are spaced widely apart on long branching rhizomes. The species carries a single thin but leathery leaf which is oval in shape and may flower from once to several times each year at any time of year.

NOTE: Get your magnifying glass out to fully appreciate the beauty of these fabulous little plants!