{"product_id":"den-hekouense","title":"Den. hekouense","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-52\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDendrobium hekouense\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is one of those fantastic species that reminds us of the sheer diversity within the orchid world. It doesn’t have a catchy common name to go by; \u003cspan class=\"citation-191 citation-end-191\"\u003eits botanical name—referencing Hekou County in Yunnan, China, where it was discovered—is unique enough to turn heads.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-53\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-190 citation-end-190\"\u003eThis is a species orchid, originally native to southern China (specifically Yunnan Province).\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-189 citation-end-189\"\u003eIt makes its home in subtropical lower montane forests, often perched on the underside of tree branches at elevations between approximately 3,000 and 6,500 feet (1,000 to 2,000 meters).\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-188 citation-end-188\"\u003eIn its natural habitat, growing on the undersides of branches protects its delicate blooms from heavy downpours.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-54\"\u003eThe plant itself is a charming micro-miniature—one of the smallest in the entire \u003ci\u003eDendrobium\u003c\/i\u003e genus. \u003cspan class=\"citation-187 citation-end-187\"\u003eIt forms tiny, flattened, pea-sized pseudobulbs that reach less than half an inch in height, topped with short, dark green leaves.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-186 citation-end-186\"\u003eThis species is mini-deciduous, meaning it frequently drops its foliage right before or during its flowering phase.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-55\"\u003eThe flowers are quite the spectacle. \u003cspan class=\"citation-185 citation-end-185\"\u003eDespite the plant being smaller than a coin, each flower measures close to an inch across—often dwarfing the tiny pseudobulbs from which it grows.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The blossoms showcase pale white to light violet-pink sepals and petals anchored by a dramatic, velvety deep crimson or reddish-purple lip. \u003cspan class=\"citation-184 citation-end-184\"\u003eThe flowers typically make their appearance in the autumn.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-183 citation-end-183\"\u003eWhile the blooms are not overpoweringly scented, they carry a subtle, pleasant sweetness that adds to their allure.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-56\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-182\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-182\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-182 citation-end-182\"\u003e Provide bright, filtered indirect light.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-181 citation-end-181\"\u003eAn east-facing window with gentle morning sunlight or a shaded south-facing window is ideal.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Avoid harsh, direct afternoon sun, which can easily overheat and scorch such tiny pseudobulbs. \u003cspan class=\"citation-180 citation-end-180\"\u003eLight levels should be kept around 1,500 to 2,500 foot-candles.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-57\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-179\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-179\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-179 citation-end-179\"\u003e During the active growing season in spring and summer, provide regular moisture, allowing the plant to dry out slightly between waterings.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-178 citation-end-178\"\u003eBecause of its miniature size, mounted plants may need daily misting or light soaking.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-177 citation-end-177\"\u003eIn late autumn and winter—after leaf drop and flowering—reduce watering to allow a light dry rest, misting just enough to keep the tiny pseudobulbs from shriveling completely.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-58\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-176\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-176\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-176\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-176\"\u003eDendrobium hekouense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-176 citation-end-176\"\u003e prefers cool to intermediate temperatures.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Daytime temperatures are ideal between 68–78°F, with a cooler night drop down to 52–60°F. The seasonal drop in temperature during autumn helps trigger its blooming cycle. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-59\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e High humidity is essential for this micro-miniature, ideally between 60% and 80%. \u003cspan class=\"citation-175 citation-end-175\"\u003eTerrariums, orchid cabinets, or growing near a humidifier work very well.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Consistent, light air movement is necessary to prevent water from stagnating around the roots. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_69cc77383ed0c945-60\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-174\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-174\"\u003ePotting Medium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-174 citation-end-174\"\u003e Due to its micro size and habit of growing on branches in the wild, this orchid performs best mounted on a cork plaque, tree fern stick, or branch with a small pad of sphagnum moss around the roots.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e If grown in containers, use very small mesh baskets or tiny clay pots with a loose, high-drainage mix of fine bark and sphagnum moss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown in 3\" pots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kalapana Orchid Farm","offers":[{"title":"Blooming size","offer_id":52823708926263,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"In bud\/bloom","offer_id":52823708959031,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/2279\/8647\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_pruvgbpruvgbpruv.png?v=1786573871","url":"https:\/\/orchid.farm\/products\/den-hekouense","provider":"Kalapana Orchid Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}