{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-gratrixianum","title":"Paphiopedilum gratrixianum","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"450\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"76\"\u003ePaphiopedilum gratrixianum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"133\"\u003esingle-flowered Paphiopedilum\u003c\/strong\u003e native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"185\"\u003esouthern China and northern Indochina\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and southern China. It grows as a terrestrial or lithophytic orchid in humid subtropical to tropical habitats, particularly in montane forests. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"413\" data-content-reference-end=\"445\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eThe plant forms compact clumps of \u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"522\"\u003e4–7 narrow, upright green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e, often with purple spotting on the undersides near the base. The erect flower spike normally carries a single long-lasting flower, approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e7–8 cm across\u003c\/strong\u003e. The dorsal sepal is white with heavy purple spotting, while the glossy yellow petals are flushed and veined purple-brown. The yellow lip and yellow staminode complete the distinctive coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"919\"\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=\"1p0rtgc\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide moderate to bright filtered light. Protect the plant from strong direct midday sunlight. It naturally grows in shaded forest environments. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1583\" data-content-reference-end=\"1616\"\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=\"riaexb\" data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the medium evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow it to approach dryness between waterings, but do not let it become completely dry for extended periods. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1793\" data-content-reference-end=\"1813\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1is3vit\" data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a moisture-retentive but well-aerated terrestrial orchid mix, such as fine bark, sphagnum and perlite. Crushed limestone can also be incorporated into the mix. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2000\" data-content-reference-end=\"2020\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4x0hd8\" data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high humidity is beneficial, with good air circulation. Avoid stagnant conditions around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16biic6\" data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to cool conditions are suitable. RHS recommends approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003e20–25°C during summer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003e18–22°C during winter\u003c\/strong\u003e, with cooler nights. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2320\" data-content-reference-end=\"2340\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sdl9n9\" data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2591\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted orchid fertilizer regularly during active growth. RHS recommends fertilizing approximately every third watering. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2489\" data-content-reference-end=\"2509\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"74u52g\" data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2606\"\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide gentle, continuous airflow, particularly when humidity is high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"57btjb\" data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pot with good drainage and repot when the growing medium begins to break down. Avoid leaving the roots in standing water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x9s70y\" data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowers are long-lasting. Keep watering and temperature relatively stable during bud development and avoid prolonged drying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67024067625331,"sku":"Paphiopedilum gratrixianum","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Paphiopedilumgratrixianum.jpg?v=1790933302","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-gratrixianum","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}