{"product_id":"candy-corn-orchid-mediocalcar-decoratum","title":"Candy Corn Orchid (Mediocalcar decoratum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCandy Corn Orchid (Mediocalcar decoratum)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a species of miniature epiphytic orchid in the family Orchidaceae, known for its tiny, brightly colored flowers and compact growth habit. It is native and endemic to \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNew Guinea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, including the regions of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePapua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePapua New Guinea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. In its natural habitat, it grows as a montane forest epiphyte at elevations of 900–2500 meters, thriving in moist, shaded environments.\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\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very small, typically just a few centimetres across, with dense mats of growth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Several narrow, succulent-like leaves per pseudobulb. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single tiny bell-shaped blooms, usually \u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eorange-yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e in colour, about 0.6 cm across; long-lasting and appearing near the plant base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide bright, indirect light or light shade. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"296\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"199\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers cool to intermediate conditions (approximately 12–22°C \/ 55–72°F). Avoid extreme heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"402\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires high humidity (60–80%). Ideal for terrariums or humid greenhouse environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"511\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"511\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Do not allow the plant to dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"600\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"600\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAir Circulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure good air movement to prevent fungal or bacterial issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eMounting\/Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best grown mounted on bark or cork, or in a well-draining, fine orchid mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply diluted orchid fertilizer (¼ strength) every 2–4 weeks during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"893\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"893\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eRest Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e No strict dormancy, but slightly reduce watering during cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62580373913971,"sku":"Candy Corn Orchid (Mediocalcar decoratum)","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/CandyCornOrchid_Mediocalcardecoratum_CareTips.jpg?v=1772249514","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/candy-corn-orchid-mediocalcar-decoratum","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}