Picures are only reference to bloom and size of plant.
Large plants will not be sent in gift box.
Plants in 6 cm pots
🔧 Skill Level : Intermediate – Suitable for enthusiasts with some orchid-growing experience.
🌍 Native : Indigenous to regions along the Vietnam-Laos border, the Laos-Thailand border, and southern China.
⛰️ Elevations : Typically found at elevations ranging from 900 to 1,220 meters.
🪴 Size : Medium-sized, with linear, solid green leaves measuring up to 30 cm in length and 2-4 cm in width.
🎍 Perfect for Terrariums? : Yes – Size and specific humidity requirements make it suitable for terrarium cultivation.
☀️ Blooming Season : Autumn to early winter.
🌸 Bloom Size and Colour : Solitary flowers up to 8 cm across, featuring caramel-colored petals with a white dorsal sepal blushed pink and spotted purple.
👃 Fragrance : Generally, Paphiopedilum species are not known for strong fragrances; Paphiopedilum gratrixianum is typically considered scentless.
🌡 Temperature : - Summer (☀️): Highs around 25°C (77°F); lows around 10°C (50°F).
                                     Winter (❄️): Highs around 25°C (77°F); lows around 10°C (50°F).
💧 Watering : Maintain consistently moist conditions without waterlogging. Ensure the growing medium remains damp but not saturated.
☁️ Humidity : Prefers moderate humidity levels, ideally between 40-60%. Ensure adequate airflow to prevent fungal issues.
💡 Light : Thrives in low-light conditions, reflecting its natural habitat on the forest floor. Place in a shaded position during summer, avoiding direct sunlight, and move to a brighter, unshaded spot in winter.
🌰 Growing Medium : Utilize a well-draining terrestrial orchid mix, such as a combination of fir bark, sphagnum moss, perlite, and sand.
🧪 Fertilization : Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer at half-strength every two weeks during the active growing season (spring and summer). Reduce feeding during autumn and winter.