{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-rothschildianum","title":"Paphiopedilum rothschildianum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaphiopedilum rothschildianum\u003c\/strong\u003e, often called the “King of Paphiopedilums” or “Gold of Kinabalu,” is one of the most iconic and highly prized slipper orchids in the world. Native to Mount Kinabalu in Borneo, it produces a tall, upright inflorescence bearing several large flowers with dramatically long, horizontally held petals marked in green, yellow, and dark red stripes. The flowers can be exceptionally wide and striking, giving the plant a bold architectural appearance. This species is slow-growing and may take several years to reach blooming size, but its impressive floral display and rarity have made it a centerpiece in both collections and breeding programs.\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=\"189z3i9\" data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eMultifloral species with \u003cstrong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"917\"\u003e2–6 large flowers per spike\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17w94b3\" data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eExtremely \u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003ewide-spreading flowers (up to ~30 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a3jhy7\" data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eDistinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003ehorizontal petals with bold striping\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kds7cd\" data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eTall inflorescence (up to ~75 cm or more) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14nr8dr\" data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003ePlain green, strap-like leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fhbbyk\" data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eBlooms mainly in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003espring (April–May)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q2zazf\" data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eVery \u003cstrong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eslow-growing but long-lived species\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=\"1tcw6kx\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eLight: Bright, filtered light (higher than mottled-leaf types)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wvxwm0\" data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eTemperature: Intermediate to warm with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003ecooler nights (important for growth)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bky9sv\" data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eWatering: Keep evenly moist; never completely dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b3hc6b\" data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eHumidity: Moderate to high (60–80% preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wy9f0h\" data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003ePotting: Open, well-draining mix (bark + perlite; can include limestone chips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t8hyoe\" data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003eAirflow: Strong airflow is essential for healthy roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11xjnuh\" data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eFeeding: Regular, dilute fertilizer during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1om7npx\" data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003ePatience: May take \u003cstrong data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003e4–5+ years to bloom from seedling size\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62714985841011,"sku":"Paphiopedilum rothschildianum","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Paphiopedilumrothschildianum.jpg?v=1776233564","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-rothschildianum","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}