{"product_id":"tainia-vegetissima","title":"Tainia vegetissima","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"390\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eTainia vegetissima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Ridl. is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"116\"\u003esmall to medium-sized terrestrial orchid\u003c\/strong\u003e in the genus \u003cem data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eTainia\u003c\/em\u003e. It is native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"237\"\u003ePeninsular Malaysia and Borneo\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it grows in wet tropical environments, particularly in \u003cstrong data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"351\"\u003emossy forests at around 1,000–1,250 m elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"353\" data-content-reference-end=\"385\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eThe plant produces short, crowded pseudobulbs, each carrying a single attractive, \u003cstrong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"506\"\u003eovate, strongly pleated leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e. The leaf is somewhat thick and fleshy, with a glossy purple-brown to dark green appearance. The upright flowering stem emerges from the base of the pseudobulb and bears a small raceme of \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"710\"\u003e1–4 flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flowers are pale yellow, heavily lined with purple, with a distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"825\"\u003ecrimson-red lip marked with yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"864\"\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=\"1o4guqx\" data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003ebright filtered light to moderate shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid strong direct midday sunlight, especially in warm climates. The species naturally grows in shaded forest environments.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ikjdv2\" data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the growing medium \u003cstrong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eevenly moist during active growth\u003c\/strong\u003e, but never constantly waterlogged. Allow excess water to drain freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19vmq1p\" data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eGrowing Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003ewell-draining terrestrial orchid mix\u003c\/strong\u003e containing fine bark, sphagnum, perlite or similar materials. The medium should retain some moisture while remaining airy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r3awm6\" data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high humidity is beneficial. Around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e60–80%\u003c\/strong\u003e works well when accompanied by good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v6f83u\" data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eTainia vegetissima\u003c\/em\u003e is considered a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003ecool-growing species\u003c\/strong\u003e. Aim for approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003e15–24°C (59–75°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with cooler nights preferred. Its natural habitat is at roughly 1,000–1,250 m elevation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2327\" data-content-reference-end=\"2346\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10s33do\" data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth. Feed lightly rather than heavily and periodically flush the medium with clean water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13b27p5\" data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2675\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide gentle, continuous airflow. Good circulation is especially important when humidity is high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cw3m1j\" data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a pot with good drainage and a relatively airy medium. Avoid oversized pots that remain wet for too long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t0zgig\" data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2942\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot when the medium begins to break down or when new growth is starting. Handle the short pseudobulbs and roots carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10572m\" data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"2959\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e A healthy mature plant can produce an upright inflorescence with several flowers opening around the same period. Stable moisture, moderate light and cooler growing conditions encourage good flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67043404579187,"sku":"Tainia vegetissima","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/TainiavegetissimaRarePlant.jpg?v=1791260757","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/tainia-vegetissima","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}