{"product_id":"paphiopedilum-helenae-sp-orchid-plant-bs","title":"Paphiopedilum helenae sp. Orchid Plant - BS","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePaphiopedilum helenae sp.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, also affectionately known as \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eEllen's Paphiopedilum\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, holds the crown as the absolute \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003esmallest miniature species orchid\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in the entire \u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003ePaphiopedilum\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e genus. Discovered in 1995, this lithophytic gem naturally clings to steep, eroded limestone cliffs spanning northern Vietnam and southwestern China. It is highly sought-after by rare plant collectors for its tiny, compact stature and grand floral personality. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e🌸 Flower Specialty\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eYields striking, bold \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ebright canary-yellow to brownish-gold blooms\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. The petals and sepals provide a clean, sunny background that frames a glossy, rounded slipper-like pouch.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e Despite the plant's tiny footprint, it shoots up a short, dark purple fuzzy stem that bears a \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003esingular, disproportionately large flower\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. The contrast between the miniature rosette of thick, rigid green leaves and the showy blossom creates a spectacular, dramatic look.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eThrives in intermediate to warm tropical mountain conditions. It bursts into bloom from \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003elate summer through early autumn\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, with individual long-lasting flowers remaining fresh and immaculate for several weeks.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e🌿 Care Guide\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eRequires \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ebright, filtered indirect sunlight\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (such as gentle morning light). Keep it safely shielded from harsh midday rays, as its compact rosettes can easily scorch.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eNeeds regular, moderate watering to keep the root zone \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eevenly moist but never waterlogged\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Since slipper orchids lack water-storing pseudobulbs, do not allow the mix to dry out completely. Reduce watering frequency slightly during its winter rest phase.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003ePrefers daytime temperatures between \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e18°C and 25°C\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (64°F to 77°F) with a cool nightly drop. As a specialized limestone dweller, it thrives best in an aerated, well-draining mixture of \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003efine fir bark, charcoal, and lava rock\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, heavily benefiting from a tiny pinch of lime or crushed oyster shells to keep the medium slightly alkaline.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orchid-Tree","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48510138220802,"sku":"PAP-07","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/5801\/1729\/files\/Paphiopedilumhelenaesp_2.jpg?v=1789567739","url":"https:\/\/www.orchid-tree.com\/products\/paphiopedilum-helenae-sp-orchid-plant-bs","provider":"Orchid-Tree","version":"1.0","type":"link"}