{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-fairrieanum","title":"Paphiopedilum fairrieanum","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"460\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"74\"\u003ePaphiopedilum fairrieanum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Lindl.) Stein is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"134\"\u003ecompact, cool-growing Paphiopedilum\u003c\/strong\u003e native to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eeastern Himalayas, including Bhutan, Assam and northeastern India\u003c\/strong\u003e. It occurs at approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e1,400–2,200 m elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e, growing terrestrially in leaf litter and humus and also on limestone outcrops.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eIt is especially prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"541\"\u003edistinctive white, green and purple flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a large, recurved dorsal sepal and elegant, undulating petals. The plant forms a compact clump of narrow, leathery green leaves and usually produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eone flower per stem\u003c\/strong\u003e. Flowers can reach approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e9–10 cm across\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yox3z6\" data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003ebright, filtered light\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid strong hot midday sun. AOS recommends roughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e1,000–2,000 foot-candles\u003c\/strong\u003e for Paphiopedilums. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1603\" data-content-reference-end=\"1622\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15q6gsu\" data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the medium \u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eevenly moist but not constantly wet\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because Paphiopedilums lack pseudobulbs, avoid prolonged drying. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1761\" data-content-reference-end=\"1780\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y9f8n1\" data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a moisture-retentive but well-draining terrestrial orchid mix containing fine or medium bark, sphagnum and perlite. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eCrushed limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be included because \u003cem data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eP. fairrieanum\u003c\/em\u003e naturally grows on limestone. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2021\" data-content-reference-end=\"2040\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"npr035\" data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate humidity with good air circulation is suitable. Avoid stagnant, humid conditions around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mnvkhl\" data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003ecooler conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e than warm-growing Paphiopedilums. Around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e18–25°C (64–77°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the growing season, with cooler nights, is appropriate. RHS recommends approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003e20–25°C in summer and 18–22°C in winter\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2427\" data-content-reference-end=\"2446\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14lwhab\" data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted balanced orchid fertilizer regularly during active growth. Periodically flush the medium with clean water to prevent salt accumulation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2618\" data-content-reference-end=\"2637\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fkudxk\" data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2831\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2755\"\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide gentle, continuous airflow, particularly when humidity is elevated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1riy4v3\" data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2937\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2834\" data-end=\"2846\"\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a relatively small pot with good drainage. Avoid allowing the plant to stand in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wl20dl\" data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot when the medium begins to decompose, preferably when new roots are developing. RHS recommends divisions with at least three healthy rooted growths for reliable recovery. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3028\" data-content-reference-end=\"3047\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g3iwez\" data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3171\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003cstrong data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003ecooler growing environment, consistent moisture and good filtered light\u003c\/strong\u003e are important for reliable flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67048208400755,"sku":"Paphiopedilum fairrieanum","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/PaphiopedilumfairrieanumforSale.jpg?v=1791341259","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-fairrieanum","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}