{"product_id":"anoectochilus-chapaensis-1","title":"Anoectochilus chapaensis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Anoectochilus chapaensis is a jungle gem, beloved for its deep leaf color and refined leaf vein structure with a subtle metallic sheen. This orchid belongs to the so-called \"jewel orchids\" and is still rarely found in private collections in Europe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnoectochilus chapaensis is native to northern Vietnam, specifically the mountainous area around Sa Pa (formerly called Chapa), near the border with China. Here it grows in shady, moist forest soils under a dense canopy, often in humus-rich soil with lots of leaf debris and moss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis species has oval, velvety leaves with a dark green to almost black-green base. What makes it really special is the fine, almost net-like pattern of copper-gold veins that appear to lie across the leaf like a light net. The underside of the leaves sometimes tends toward purple. In the right season, the plant forms a slender flowering stem with small, white to pale pink flowers, though these are secondary to the spectacular foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlace this jewel orchid in a spot with bright but indirect light. Direct sunlight will damage the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdeal temperature is between 18 and 24 °C. Avoid drafts and cold weather.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse an airy, moist substrate, such as a mixture of chopped sphagnum, tree bark, leaf compost and a little peat moss. The roots should be able to breathe, but never dry out.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eHigh humidity (70-90%) is essential. An enclosed terrarium or tank with good ventilation is highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eNutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuring the growing season, you may lightly fertilize monthly with an orchid fertilizer, diluted to a quarter of the recommended dose.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWatering.\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep the substrate constantly slightly moist, preferably with demineralized water. Avoid leaving water on the leaves, especially at lower temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFlowering\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlowering is modest and usually occurs in fall or winter, depending on conditions. Because the flowers are small, this species is mostly about the beautiful foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anoectochilus","offers":[{"title":"Ja \/ 8 cm","offer_id":57244083159413,"sku":null,"price":31.74,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Nee \/ 8 cm","offer_id":57244083192181,"sku":null,"price":26.69,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/7231\/2852\/files\/anoectochilus_chapaensis_1.jpg?v=1739892315","url":"https:\/\/orchideeen-shop.nl\/en\/products\/anoectochilus-chapaensis-1","provider":"Claessen Orchids \u0026 Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}