{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-sukhakulii","title":"Paphiopedilum sukhakulii","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaphiopedilum sukhakulii\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most iconic mottled-leaf slipper orchid species, native to northeastern Thailand, where it grows in shaded forest habitats along streams. It is a compact plant with beautifully tessellated leaves and produces a single, striking flower featuring a broad white dorsal sepal marked with strong green striping, contrasted by green petals heavily spotted with brown and often edged with fine hairs. The pouch is typically brownish to purplish, giving the flower a bold, high-contrast look. Highly influential in breeding, this species is a cornerstone of many “Maudiae-type” hybrids due to its strong patterns, compact size, and relatively easy cultivation compared to other Paphiopedilum species.\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=\"n35x1m\" data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eCompact plant with \u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"974\"\u003emottled (tessellated) green leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ea5on\" data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eSingle-flowered inflorescence with blooms up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e~12–14 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18dbgv6\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eBroad \u003cstrong data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003ewhite dorsal sepal with bold green stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vtud8x\" data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003ePetals \u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003egreen with brown\/purple spotting\u003c\/strong\u003e, often slightly hairy \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zw6ov6\" data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003ePouch typically \u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003ebrown to purplish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wd2gef\" data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003eBlooms in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003elate winter to spring\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ckbpap\" data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eHighly influential parent in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eMaudiae-type hybrids\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1na7tn8\" data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eLight: Low to medium light (typical mottled-leaf Paphiopedilum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10plzi5\" data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eTemperature: Intermediate to warm conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e9n5gd\" data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eWatering: Keep evenly moist; never allow to dry completely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13hdhbu\" data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eHumidity: 50–70% preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h96l9d\" data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003ePotting: Fine, well-draining mix (bark + perlite or sphagnum blends)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wheg0b\" data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eAirflow: Gentle airflow to prevent fungal issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oybqnq\" data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eSeasonal cue: Slightly reduce watering in winter to encourage blooming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62724066378099,"sku":"Paphiopedilum sukhakulii","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Paphiopedilumsukhakulii.jpg?v=1776327734","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-sukhakulii","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}