{"product_id":"paraphalaenopsis-labukensis-serpentilingua","title":"Paraphalaenopsis labukensis × serpentilingua","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eParaphalaenopsis labukensis × serpentilingua\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"231\"\u003ehybrid orchid\u003c\/strong\u003e combining two \u003cem data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eParaphalaenopsis\u003c\/em\u003e species from Borneo. This plant produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"349\"\u003ependulous, terete (cylindrical) foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e that can grow several feet long, making it striking when displayed hanging. The inflorescences emerge from the base of mature growths and carry \u003cstrong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"510\"\u003e2–3″ flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e in summer and fall, often with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"566\"\u003epleasant fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e. Like its parents, it prefers conditions that mimic its native humid tropical rainforest habitat and shows \u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eelegant cascading growth\u003c\/strong\u003e and ornamental blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"163\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eBright, filtered light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"246\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"246\"\u003eAvoid strong direct sunlight, especially midday sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eEast-facing windows or shaded west light work well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"373\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eKeep roots consistently moist but never waterlogged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"429\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eWater frequently during warm, active growth periods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"479\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eReduce watering slightly during cooler months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"529\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eEnsure excellent drainage after each watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"548\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"592\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"592\"\u003ePrefers warm to intermediate conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eIdeal range: \u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"633\"\u003e18–30 °C (65–86 °F)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to cold temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"742\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eHigh humidity is essential: \u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"742\"\u003e60–80%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eUse humidifiers or regular misting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eAlways combine high humidity with good air movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eAir Circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"899\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eStrong air circulation is critical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"973\"\u003ePrevents fungal issues and root rot, especially in humid environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eMounting \/ Growing Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eBest grown \u003cstrong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003emounted\u003c\/strong\u003e or in hanging baskets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eIf potted, use a very open, fast-draining mix (coarse bark, charcoal, minimal sphagnum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eAllows long, pendulous leaves to hang freely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003eFeed regularly during active growth with diluted orchid fertilizer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eApply at low strength but more frequently\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eFlush with plain water occasionally to prevent salt buildup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eRest Period\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eNo strict dormancy, 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