{"product_id":"stereochilus-pachyphyllus","title":"Stereochilus pachyphyllus","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"209\" data-start=\"195\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-6\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:623f84d9-894a-43d4-a1fc-1c9891320df2-2\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"731c6775-60d7-4326-857d-36f20b2a9ee6\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eStereochilus pachyphyllus\u003c\/strong\u003e is an epiphytic orchid native to the humid forests of Southeast Asia, particularly in regions like Myanmar, Thailand, and northeastern India. It is part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eStereochilus\u003c\/strong\u003e genus, known for its hardy, small epiphytic orchids that cling to tree branches in humid, shaded environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eEpiphytic, meaning it naturally grows on tree trunks or branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eForms compact clumps of growths from thick, fleshy stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"943\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"713\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"943\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"805\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eThick, succulent-like leaves (hence the name \u003cem data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"777\"\u003epachyphyllus\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “thick-leaved”).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"943\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eLeaves are generally elongated, leathery, and retain moisture well, making the plant more drought-tolerant than many other orchids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eSmall, star-shaped flowers, usually pale green, yellow, or brown with subtle markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eFlowers are often fragrant, though not as showy as those of some other orchids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eThey bloom in clusters, typically in late spring or summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eCompact plant; stems are usually a few inches long. Leaves are thick but not very large, making this suitable for small displays or mounted growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eCare Guide for Stereochilus pachyphyllus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e1. Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eCan tolerate medium light but avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eUnder artificial light, place near a grow light or a bright window with filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e2. Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eIntermediate to warm conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60–85°F (15–29°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eCan tolerate slightly cooler nights but avoid frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e3. Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eLikes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003ehigh humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally 60–80%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003eGood air circulation is important to prevent fungal or bacterial problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003e4. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eWater thoroughly during active growth, allowing the medium to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eReduce watering slightly after flowering but do not let pseudobulbs shrivel completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eBecause of thick leaves, it can store water, making it somewhat drought-tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003e5. Potting Medium \/ Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003eEpiphytic style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often grown on cork, bark, or tree fern mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2387\"\u003ePotting medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use coarse orchid bark, sphagnum moss, or a mix that drains quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003eEnsure roots have space and air circulation; do not let them sit in soggy medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003e6. Fertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003eUse a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20 or similar) diluted to ¼–½ strength every 2–3 weeks during growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003eReduce feeding during dormancy or after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003e7. Blooming Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2832\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2832\"\u003eProvide a humid, stable environment with moderate light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003eSlightly cooler night temperatures can encourage flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Wilderly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42854491095107,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0576\/2790\/2019\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_34437df9-7a88-4470-bc23-280040b106c4.jpg?v=1768938818","url":"https:\/\/wilderly.ca\/products\/stereochilus-pachyphyllus","provider":"Wilderly","version":"1.0","type":"link"}