{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-liemianum","title":"Paphiopedilum liemianum","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"482\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"70\"\u003ePaphiopedilum liemianum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Fowlie) K.Karas. \u0026amp; K.Saito is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"159\"\u003ecompact to medium-sized, warm-growing Paphiopedilum\u003c\/strong\u003e native only to \u003cstrong data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"206\"\u003enorthern Sumatra, Indonesia\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it occurs around \u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"256\"\u003e600–1,000 m elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e. It grows as a terrestrial or lithophytic plant, particularly on \u003cstrong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"383\"\u003elimestone cliffs and in humus around limestone formations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eThe plant produces narrow, dark green leaves that are often \u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eheavily purple-spotted on the undersides\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its upright inflorescence bears flowers successively, usually one or two open at a time. The flowers are approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"727\"\u003e8–11 cm across\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a cream to white dorsal sepal, purple-spotted cream petals and a distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"832\"\u003epink-purple pouch\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"871\"\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=\"ckcjhk\" data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide moderate, filtered light. Around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e1,000–2,000 foot-candles\u003c\/strong\u003e is a good general range for Paphiopedilums. Avoid strong midday sun. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1651\" data-content-reference-end=\"1670\"\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=\"1824u9e\" data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the growing medium \u003cstrong data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eevenly moist but not constantly saturated\u003c\/strong\u003e. Water thoroughly when the medium begins to approach dryness and allow excess water to drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bl27v6\" data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a moisture-retentive but well-draining Paphiopedilum mix containing fine or medium bark, perlite and sphagnum or another organic component. Because \u003cem data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eP. liemianum\u003c\/em\u003e is associated with limestone, a small amount of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003ecalcareous material\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be appropriate. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2137\" data-content-reference-end=\"2156\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gipug2\" data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high humidity is beneficial. If humidity is high, maintain good air circulation to reduce the risk of fungal and bacterial problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r42w7a\" data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2675\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2387\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003ewarm-growing species\u003c\/strong\u003e. Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e21–29°C (70–85°F) during the day\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2509\"\u003e13–22°C (55–72°F) at night\u003c\/strong\u003e is a suitable general Paphiopedilum range, with warmer conditions particularly appropriate for mottled-leaf\/warm-growing types. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2587\" data-content-reference-end=\"2606\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p111ry\" data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed regularly with a diluted balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth. Paphiopedilums can tolerate regular feeding, but flush the medium periodically to prevent salt accumulation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2814\" data-content-reference-end=\"2833\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pjfetn\" data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide gentle, continuous air movement, especially in warm and humid conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kacnxg\" data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3210\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3032\"\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a relatively small pot with excellent drainage. Repot approximately every two years or whenever the growing medium begins to decompose. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3086\" data-content-reference-end=\"3105\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i8f9wf\" data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e The species produces flowers successively on the same inflorescence. Keep moisture, temperature and light relatively stable while the flowering stem develops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67043387146611,"sku":"Paphiopedilum liemianum","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Paphiopedilumliemianum.jpg?v=1791260080","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-liemianum","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}