Dimorphorchis Lowii is an extraordinary epiphytic orchid native to the humid lowland rainforests of Borneo, famed for a rare botanical phenomenon known as floral dimorphism. This massive, vandaceous plant produces incredibly long, pendulous flower spikes—sometimes reaching up to 12 feet in length that bear two distinctly different types of flowers on the same stem. The first two or three blooms at the base are typically rounder, bright yellow with small reddish-purple spots, and emit a powerful, sweet fragrance. In contrast, the remaining flowers along the rest of the spike are larger, lack fragrance, and feature narrower, wavy petals of creamy-yellow heavily blotched with deep maroon or dark red. Growing from a single, stout stem with leathery, strap-like leaves, this "living masterpiece" thrives in warm temperatures and high humidity, making it a highly coveted but challenging prize for serious orchid collectors.
- Type: Species
- Status: Without Flowers/ Spikes/ Buds
- Fragrance: Yes
- Flower Colour: Yellow | Red
- Plant Stage: Blooming Stage
- Pot Size: 10 Cm
- Potting Media: Coconut Husk Chips
- Growing Conditions: Warm and Humid
Note: Colors, Patterns & Size of the Flowers can vary due to the variations produced by Hybrids or Species. There are chances that the Buds/Flowers could dry up in transit during Shipping after Packing. The Local Climatic conditions and the nutrition given can affect the Brightness & Colour Intensity of Flowers. While we make every effort to match the actual colours of the flowers, the Photographs may not be the exact representation, due to different Monitor Setting.
















