{"product_id":"sobralia-portillae","title":"Sobralia portillae","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis spectacular terrestrial or epiphytic orchid is native to Ecuador. It is known for its large size, with cane-like stems that can grow up to 3 meters (10 feet) tall. The flowers are beautiful, showy, and, like most Sobralias, are short-lived. Here are some tips for growing it successfully:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e This orchid needs very bright, filtered light to flower well \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(about 50-60% shade). Avoid direct sun to prevent burns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/strong\u003eBest grown in Warm-Intermediate conditions. Keep day temperatures up to 85-90°F (29-32°C). A night drop to 55-65°F (13-18°C) is necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity: \u003c\/strong\u003eHigh humidity (70% or more) is required due to its large size. Excellent air movement is vital to keep the tall canes healthy and prevent disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water heavily and frequently to ensure the medium is constantly moist all year. Because of its size, it dries out quickly, so use a very well-draining mix to prevent root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 20px;\"\u003eThe flowers are large and appear successively on terminal inflorescences. They are bright purple or lavender with a large, round lip that has a bright white spot in the center and a yellow-orange callus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecuagenera Orquideas del Ecuador","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39323489468555,"sku":"PRS2740","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0376\/7389\/4027\/files\/Sobralia_portillae.jpg?v=1760727252","url":"https:\/\/ecuagenera.com\/da\/products\/sobralia-portillae","provider":"Ecuagenera Orquídeas del Ecuador ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}