{"product_id":"gastrochilus-japonicus","title":"Gastrochilus japonicus","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"251\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"251\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"191\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epiphytic or lithophytic orchid (grows on trees or rocks)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"310\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Japan, Korea, and parts of China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"330\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"328\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, thick, succulent-like, and bright green. They grow in an alternate pattern along short stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"668\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"668\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eTiny but delicate, usually \u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"540\"\u003ewhite with purple or reddish spots\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"610\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eFragrant and appear in clusters along short flower spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"668\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eFlowers bloom in \u003cstrong data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"665\"\u003elate winter to early spring\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact; perfect for small pots, baskets, or mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact monopodial or sympodial growth, often forming small clumps over time. Adapted to cooler climates compared to tropical orchids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eCare Guide \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e1. Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eCan tolerate some morning sun but avoid harsh midday sun to prevent leaf burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eIndoors, a north- or east-facing window or filtered light works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e2. Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003eDay:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–75°F (18–24°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eNight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–60°F (10–16°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eTolerates cooler temperatures better than tropical Vandas; avoid frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e3. Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e50–70% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003eMist occasionally if indoor air is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eGood air circulation is important to prevent fungal issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e4. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eKeep roots slightly moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eWater more frequently during the growing season, reduce during cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eAllow medium or mounting surface to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003e5. Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003ediluted orchid fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e (½ strength) every 2 weeks during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eReduce feeding during winter or dormant periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e6. Mounting\/Potting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eGrows well in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003esmall pots with sphagnum moss, bark, or mounted on cork\/wood slabs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eEnsure \u003cstrong data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eexcellent drainage and airflow\u003c\/strong\u003e around roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e7. Flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eBlooms in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003elate winter to early spring\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing small, delicate flowers along short spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eFlowers last 1–2 weeks but can appear in successive waves if conditions are good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wilderly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42854514917443,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/2790\/2019\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_33e89986-7f92-4303-a4c9-eb14539987c3.jpg?v=1768937909","url":"https:\/\/wilderly.ca\/products\/gastrochilus-japonicus","provider":"Wilderly","version":"1.0","type":"link"}