{"product_id":"zootrophion-aguirrei-big","title":"Zootrophion aguirrei (Big)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003elarge\u003c\/strong\u003e, well-established division of this botanically remarkable epiphyte from the Andean cloud forests, with robust, erect stems bearing large, leathery, glossy lanceolate leaves. The pendant flowers are among the most architecturally unusual in the orchid world: fused sepals form a rigid, ovoid closed structure with a small lateral aperture — the genus’ signature cleistogamous-like bloom, produced directly from the base of the pseudobulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate indirect light with 55–65% shade cloth; avoid direct sun, which can stress the large, leathery foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58–72°F (14–22°C); an intermediate grower that benefits from consistent temperatures and good airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–85%; high humidity supports vigorous growth and regular blooming cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly and allow the mix to approach dryness between waterings; well-developed pseudobulbs provide moderate drought tolerance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 20px;\"\u003eBlooms repeatedly throughout the year directly from the pseudobulb base. Best grown in a pot with coarse bark or sphagnum moss with excellent drainage. A true botanical rarity and conversation piece for the serious collector. Ships bare-root in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecuagenera Orquideas del Ecuador","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45542973276299,"sku":"PIS9649-002","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0376\/7389\/4027\/files\/Zootrophion_aguirrei_Big.jpg?v=1773774384","url":"https:\/\/ecuagenera.com\/zh\/products\/zootrophion-aguirrei-big","provider":"Ecuagenera Orquídeas del Ecuador ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}