{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-purpuratum","title":"Paphiopedilum purpuratum","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"426\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"72\"\u003ePaphiopedilum purpuratum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Lindl.) Stein is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"130\"\u003esmall, cool-growing Paphiopedilum\u003c\/strong\u003e native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"180\"\u003esouthern China and northern Vietnam\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Hong Kong. It grows mainly on \u003cstrong data-start=\"222\" data-end=\"280\"\u003emossy rocks, stony ground and humus-rich forest floors\u003c\/strong\u003e, often in shaded locations near streams.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eIt is especially attractive for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"533\"\u003emottled green foliage and strongly contrasting purple-red flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e. The solitary flower has a white dorsal sepal with purple veins, purple-red to brownish petals with darker veins, and a distinctive purple-brown pouch. Flowers are generally around \u003cstrong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e7–8 cm across\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"771\"\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=\"16bczfw\" data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003elow to moderate filtered light\u003c\/strong\u003e or bright shade. Avoid strong direct sunlight, particularly during hot weather. Paphiopedilums generally perform well around 1,000–2,000 foot-candles. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1608\" data-content-reference-end=\"1627\"\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=\"1olblpp\" data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the growing medium \u003cstrong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eevenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid prolonged drying, while allowing sufficient drainage to prevent root rot. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1786\" data-content-reference-end=\"1805\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11chao6\" data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a moisture-retentive but well-draining Paphiopedilum mix containing fine bark, sphagnum and perlite. Because this species naturally grows among mossy rocks and humus, the medium should retain moisture without becoming compacted. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2061\" data-content-reference-end=\"2081\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5c7r0c\" data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate humidity is suitable. If growing at higher humidity, maintain good air circulation around the plant. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2208\" data-content-reference-end=\"2227\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dposxv\" data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2696\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003ecool to intermediate conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because \u003cem data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003eP. purpuratum\u003c\/em\u003e is a cool-growing species, avoid prolonged high temperatures. A general Paphiopedilum range of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003e13–22°C (55–72°F) at night and 21–29°C (70–85°F) during the day\u003c\/strong\u003e can be adjusted downward when possible for this species. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2550\" data-content-reference-end=\"2569\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vs8war\" data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed with a diluted balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth. Flush the medium periodically to prevent fertilizer-salt accumulation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2729\" data-content-reference-end=\"2748\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1joabko\" data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2976\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2908\"\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide gentle, continuous airflow, especially in humid conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wqb69\" data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a relatively small pot with excellent drainage. Do not allow the pot to sit in standing water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ksd52z\" data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3107\"\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot approximately every two years or when the growing medium begins to decompose. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3047\" data-content-reference-end=\"3066\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14u4uj4\" data-start=\"3230\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3232\" data-end=\"3246\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e In Hong Kong, flowering has been recorded mainly from \u003cstrong data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3328\"\u003eOctober through January\u003c\/strong\u003e. Stable moisture, cooler temperatures and moderate filtered light help support flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67052129878387,"sku":"Paphiopedilum purpuratum","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Paphiopedilumpurpuratum.jpg?v=1791362840","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-purpuratum","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}