{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-appletonianum","title":"Paphiopedilum appletonianum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaphiopedilum appletonianum\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small to medium-sized slipper orchid species native to Southeast Asia, ranging from Hainan to Indochina. It is a terrestrial or lithophytic plant that grows in shaded, humid forest environments, often among leaf litter or mossy rocks. The plant is especially valued for its attractive mottled foliage and elegant single flower, which typically displays a combination of green, pink, and reddish tones with a lightly striped dorsal sepal and a rounded pouch. The inflorescence is upright and can reach moderate height, carrying one long-lasting bloom that appears mainly from late winter to spring. Compared to many other Paphiopedilum species, it is relatively adaptable and has played a role in hybridization, contributing both foliage patterning and floral coloration.\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-section-id=\"1cbfty1\" data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eSmall to medium-sized plant with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003emottled green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"81oxsf\" data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eSingle-flowered (rarely two) inflorescence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6elwez\" data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eFlowers about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e6–10 cm wide\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"avqxin\" data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eColor combination of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003egreen, pink, and reddish tones\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f80hwp\" data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eBroad dorsal sepal often \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003elight green with white margins or striping\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14mxcni\" data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eBlooming season: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003elate winter to spring (Jan–May)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dbmkwe\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eTerrestrial or lithophytic growth habit in humid forests\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-section-id=\"1pb8ti1\" data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eLight: Low to medium (similar to mottled-leaf Paphiopedilums)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b825cs\" data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eTemperature: Intermediate to warm (can tolerate a wide range) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z35dw5\" data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eWatering: Keep evenly moist; avoid complete drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ex47oh\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eHumidity: Moderate to high (50–70%+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h96l9d\" data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003ePotting: Fine, well-draining mix (bark + perlite or sphagnum blends)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wheg0b\" data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003eAirflow: Gentle airflow to prevent fungal issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1abergq\" data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003ePlacement: Shaded, stable environment mimicking forest understory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62724077388147,"sku":"Paphiopedilum appletonianum","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Paphiopedilumappletonianum.jpg?v=1776328657","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-appletonianum","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}