{"product_id":"miniature-porpax-thaithongiae-orchid-rare-thai-terrarium-orchid","title":"Miniature Porpax thaithongiae Orchid: Rare Thai Terrarium Orchid","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrchid Porpax thaithongiae ( 百花良蘭) miniature orchid collection  1 plant\u003cbr\u003e\n**Pot size 1 \" BLOOM SIZE **\u003cbr\u003e\nPorpax thaithongiae is a rare and  endemic to Thailand\u003cbr\u003e\n🌿 Botanical Profile\u003cbr\u003e\n    Family: Orchidaceae\u003cbr\u003e\n    Genus: Porpax\u003cbr\u003e\n    Species: Porpax thaithongiae\u003cbr\u003e\n    Type Locality: Doi Hua Mot, Umphang Wildlife Sanctuary, Tak Province, Thailand\u003cbr\u003e\n🌡️ Cultivation \u0026amp; Care Tips\u003cbr\u003e\nPorpax thaithongiae is a miniature, deciduous epiphytic orchid that prefers to be mounted rather than potted. It exhibits a unique growth pattern, with flattened pseudobulbs that can be mistaken for non-living material. During its growing season in spring and summer, it produces leaves that shed as the pseudobulbs mature. The plant requires warm temperatures during the day (30–35°C) and cooler nights (10–15°C) .\u003cbr\u003e\n\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\u003cbr\u003e\nPorpax thaithongiae is a miniature epiphytic orchid with seasonal dormancy, meaning it requires a rest period when it's not actively growing. Here's how to care for it during dormancy:\u003cbr\u003e\n🌙 Dormancy Care for Porpax thaithongiae\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ When Dormancy Happens\u003cbr\u003e\n    Usually after flowering (typically around May to August)\u003cbr\u003e\n    The leaves drop and only the pseudobulbs remain\u003cbr\u003e\n    This is normal and not a sign of disease\u003cbr\u003e\n💧 Watering\u003cbr\u003e\n    Drastically reduce watering\u003cbr\u003e\n    Only mist lightly every 1–2 weeks to prevent shriveling\u003cbr\u003e\n    Avoid soaking or heavy watering\u003cbr\u003e\n    Too much moisture during dormancy can cause rot\u003cbr\u003e\n☁️ Humidity\u003cbr\u003e\n    Maintain moderate humidity (40–60%)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Good airflow is essential to prevent mold or rot\u003cbr\u003e\n☀️ Light\u003cbr\u003e\n    Keep in bright, filtered light\u003cbr\u003e\n    Avoid direct midday sun\u003cbr\u003e\n    Low light an delay regrowth after dormancy\u003cbr\u003e\n🌡️ Temperature\u003cbr\u003e\n    Daytime: 25–30°C (77–86°F)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Nighttime: Cooler is okay (15–20°C \/ 59–68°F)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Mimic seasonal changes to help trigger new growth\u003cbr\u003e\n🔄 Signs Dormancy is Ending\u003cbr\u003e\n    New green shoots or roots appear near pseudobulbs\u003cbr\u003e\n    Resume normal watering and feeding gradually\u003cbr\u003e\n    New leaves will emerge shortly after\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54414734786744,"sku":null,"price":17.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/8432\/9400\/files\/il_fullxfull.6865511003_9e8g.jpg?v=1792303642","url":"https:\/\/www.arriettystudio.com\/products\/miniature-porpax-thaithongiae-orchid-rare-thai-terrarium-orchid","provider":"ArriettyStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}