{"product_id":"phalaenopsis-speciosa-yong-blue","title":"Phalaenopsis speciosa 'Yong Blue'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhalaenopsis speciosa 'Yong Blue'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a selection of the species \u003cem\u003ePhalaenopsis speciosa\u003c\/em\u003e from the Andaman Islands, Nicobar Islands, and Borneo, found at low elevations. In recent taxonomy, speciosa is often treated as a synonym of \u003cem\u003ePhalaenopsis tetraspis\u003c\/em\u003e; both names remain in use commercially. The plant is medium-sized, approximately 15–20 cm tall, with 10–25 cm leaves and 2–5 lateral, arching or semi-pendent flower spikes. The flowers are waxy and fragrant, usually around 4 cm across, with natural variation in color and pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommercial note: the mention “plant with spike\/flowers\/buds” means that at least one of these conditions applies at the time of shipping, not necessarily all of them at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt requires moderate to bright, filtered light\u003c\/strong\u003e, approximately 18,000–22,000 lux, protected from strong sunlight and ideally receiving around 12 hours of light per day. Suitable temperatures are around 22–28°C during the day and 18–22°C at night; a 3–4°C difference between day and night helps flowering. It does not need a severe rest period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater when the growing medium dries out\u003c\/strong\u003e, then allow the water to drain completely. Do not allow water to remain trapped between the leaves. In a pot, humidity of 55–60% is usually sufficient; when mounted, aim for around ~70%. During active growth, fertilize with a diluted solution (about half the recommended dose) after watering, approximately every third watering, using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/products\/fertilizant-premium-pentru-orhidee\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eorchid fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Use a well-aerated, medium-grade bark mix. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/products\/substrat-phalaenopsis\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhalaenopsis growing medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is suitable if it dries out at the rate appropriate for your home. Repot after flowering, when new roots appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf the plant produces many spikes but few flowers, check the light and fertilization. Bud drop often indicates dry air, a sudden change of location, or damaged roots. Soft roots and a sour smell indicate overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Taiwan","offers":[{"title":"without flowers (2.5 inch pot ~ 9cm)","offer_id":41527832608966,"sku":"B46-20","price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"flowers\/stem\/buds (2.5 inch ~ 9 cm pot)","offer_id":41527832641734,"sku":"B46-20","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"without flowers leaves with defects (2.5 inch ~ 9 cm pot)","offer_id":41537261174982,"sku":"B46-20","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/products\/Phal.speciosa_YongBlue_508203bf-172d-44d0-8441-77eccfef5ac7.jpg?v=1643791888","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-pt\/products\/phalaenopsis-speciosa-yong-blue","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}