{"product_id":"single-flower-orchid-changnienia-amoena","title":"Single Flower Orchid (Changnienia amoena)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eChangnienia amoena\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is the only species in the monotypic genus \u003cem data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eChangnienia\u003c\/em\u003e, belonging to the orchid family Orchidaceae, subtribe Calypsoinae. Described in 1935, it is a terrestrial orchid that grows on the ground rather than epiphytically and possesses pseudobulbs—swollen underground or at-ground storage organs. Each plant typically bears a single, solitary leaf and produces one fairly large flower, about 6.5 cm across, with a purplish-pink or pinkish coloration. This species is found in China at altitudes ranging from approximately 400 m to over 1,700 m, thriving in moist mountain forests, often in shaded and damp soils. Adapted to cool, forested environments rather than tropical lowlands, \u003cem data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eC. amoena\u003c\/em\u003e has a fragmented and restricted population, making it highly sensitive to environmental changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3076\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3076\"\u003eMonotypic genus: the fact the genus only contains this one species makes it evolutionarily intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3170\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3079\" data-end=\"3170\"\u003eUnique growth habit: single leaf + single flower is uncommon in many terrestrial orchids.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3471\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3471\"\u003eAesthetics: its flower is described as elegant and delicate, making it a rewarding species for orchid enthusiasts who can meet its requirements.\u003c\/p\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-start=\"124\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"198\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"198\"\u003ePrefers shaded or dappled light, like a forest floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eAvoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"368\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"368\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"309\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eCool to intermediate (10–22 °C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"368\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"368\"\u003eCan tolerate near 0 °C in dormancy, but avoid frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"470\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"419\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"419\"\u003eMaintain 60–80% humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eEnsure good air circulation to prevent mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"489\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"487\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"535\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but never soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eReduce watering during winter dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eUse soft water or rainwater if possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eSoil \/ Substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eUse a well-draining, humus-rich mix (e.g., leaf mold, peat, perlite, pine needles).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"766\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"853\"\u003eApply weak orchid fertilizer (¼ strength) every 2–3 weeks in the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eStop fertilizing after flowering and during dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eDormancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eLeaves may die back after flowering — this is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eKeep cool, slightly dry, and shaded until new growth appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eSpecial Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eVery sensitive roots — avoid frequent repotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eDepends on fungal symbiosis for healthy growth — handle gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62230193111411,"sku":"Single Flower Orchid (Changnienia 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