{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-formosa-comet","title":"Paphiopedilum Formosa Comet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaphiopedilum Formosa Comet\u003c\/strong\u003e is a modern complex slipper orchid hybrid registered by Ching Hua in 2009. It is a genetically advanced cross built from multiple high-quality multifloral Paphiopedilum lines, ultimately combining \u003cem data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"366\"\u003ePaphiopedilum lowii\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"383\"\u003ephilippinense\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"402\"\u003erothschildianum\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"416\"\u003estonei\u003c\/em\u003e through earlier generations. The result is a tall, dramatic plant that produces an arching to upright inflorescence carrying multiple large flowers, each with long, often slightly twisted petals and bold striping in green, brown, and reddish tones. The floral structure typically reflects strong rothschildianum influence in size and display, while lowii and philippinense contribute elegance and movement in the petals. This hybrid is prized for its striking exhibition-quality blooms and improved vigor compared to its more demanding species ancestors.\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=\"bspj06\" data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eComplex hybrid derived from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003erothschildianum, lowii, philippinense, and stonei ancestry\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ttiql6\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eMultifloral habit, often producing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eseveral large flowers per spike\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x39giv\" data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eLong, narrow to slightly twisted petals with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003ebold green, brown, and red striping\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xid7u9\" data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eStrong architectural form influenced by rothschildianum lineage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cqc929\" data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eLarge plant with strap-shaped green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cfpt6l\" data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eMore vigorous and adaptable than many primary multifloral species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kwfpro\" data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eBlooms typically in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003espring to summer depending on conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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=\"1ersn56\" data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eLight: Bright, filtered light (similar to rothschildianum-type hybrids)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zi8jc2\" data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eTemperature: Intermediate to warm with good day\/night variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q1zt0u\" data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eWatering: Keep evenly moist; avoid drying out completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13ab7c6\" data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eHumidity: Moderate to high (60–80%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gcls5l\" data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003ePotting: Very open, well-aerated mix (bark + perlite; limestone chips often beneficial)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r1fhyq\" data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eAirflow: Strong airflow is essential for healthy roots and spike development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1th595h\" data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eFeeding: Regular dilute fertilizer during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ps0tza\" data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003eBloom support: Stake spikes early due to heavy multifloral inflorescences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62715893842291,"sku":"Paphiopedilum Formosa Comet","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/PaphiopedilumFormosaCometFlower.jpg?v=1776239681","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-formosa-comet","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}