{"product_id":"corybas-shanlinshiensis","title":"Corybas shanlinshiensis","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"559\" data-start=\"93\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"118\" data-start=\"93\"\u003eCorybas shanlinshiensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very small terrestrial orchid belonging to the genus \u003cem data-end=\"186\" data-start=\"177\"\u003eCorybas\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as helmet orchids. It typically produces a single leaf and a single flower, with the flower forming a hood-like structure created by a large dorsal sepal that curves over the reproductive column. The plant grows close to the ground and develops from a small underground tuber, making it easy to overlook in the wild. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"561\"\u003eThis species is native to mountainous regions of southwestern China (Yunnan) and was originally recorded in Taiwan. It grows in cool, shaded forests at around 1,700–1,800 meters elevation, often on mossy, humus-rich slopes within pine–oak woodlands. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"852\"\u003eIts flowers are adapted for pollination by fungus gnats. These insects are attracted to the flower and carry pollen on their bodies, enabling cross-pollination. The plant does not self-pollinate effectively and depends on these insects to reproduce.\u003c\/p\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\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1235\" data-start=\"1165\" data-section-id=\"11rqclr\"\u003eVery small terrestrial orchid, usually only a few centimeters tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1236\" data-section-id=\"hhdekh\"\u003eProduces a single leaf and a single flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1341\" data-start=\"1283\" data-section-id=\"hmgwy0\"\u003eDistinctive hood-shaped (helmet-like) flower structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1377\" data-start=\"1342\" data-section-id=\"9wroxi\"\u003eGrows from an underground tuber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1436\" data-start=\"1378\" data-section-id=\"1o7bwhz\"\u003eNative to cool, moist, mossy forest habitats in Yunnan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1525\" data-start=\"1437\" data-section-id=\"hgufss\"\u003eFlowering period typically from July to August \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1633\" data-start=\"1526\" data-section-id=\"1omklt1\"\u003ePollinated by fungus gnats through specialized insect interaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 data-end=\"1723\" data-start=\"1654\" data-section-id=\"i6trbi\"\u003eKeep in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1693\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003ecool, humid environment\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to a montane forest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1803\" data-start=\"1724\" data-section-id=\"fdrmok\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1732\"\u003emoss-rich, well-draining substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g., sphagnum + leaf litter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1868\" data-start=\"1804\" data-section-id=\"bmme7x\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"1814\"\u003elow to moderate indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e, avoid direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1943\" data-start=\"1869\" data-section-id=\"1sir8ze\"\u003eMaintain \u003cstrong data-end=\"1903\" data-start=\"1880\"\u003econsistent moisture\u003c\/strong\u003e, but do not let it become waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2007\" data-start=\"1944\" data-section-id=\"81255z\"\u003eEnsure \u003cstrong data-end=\"1977\" data-start=\"1953\"\u003egood air circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e while keeping humidity high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2084\" data-start=\"2008\" data-section-id=\"1gqrj8q\"\u003eMimic a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2044\" data-start=\"2018\"\u003enatural seasonal cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing slight rest after flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52850114888051,"sku":"Helmet Orchids (Corybas himalaicus)","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/CorybasshanlinshiensisforSale.jpg?v=1775027332","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/corybas-shanlinshiensis","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}