{"product_id":"mentawainensis-king-no-1-rare-fragranced-species-orchid-young-plant-8cm-nursery-pot","title":"9️⃣5️⃣.Mentawainensis King No.1 – Rare Fragranced Species Orchid | Young Plant | 8cm Nursery Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"428\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover one of the most sought-after Phalaenopsis species available. \u003cstrong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"191\"\u003eMentawainensis King No.1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a true collector's orchid, admired for its elegant star-shaped flowers, sweet fragrance, and exceptional rarity. This young plant is already producing flower spikes and will reward you with beautifully scented blooms as they develop.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"v6q9sf\" data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2755\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2767\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003ePRE-ORDER\u003c\/strong\u003e item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eEstimated delivery is approximately 2 weeks from the date of purchase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mentawainensis King No.1 (Species Orchid)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"546\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8cm clear nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eApprox. Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15cm (measured from the base of the pot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young orchid with flower spikes (not currently in bloom)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"774\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale green to creamy yellow star-shaped flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes – beautifully scented, especially during the daytime\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 7–10 days. Allow the roots to turn silvery before watering. Avoid leaving the roots constantly wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80% preferred. Good airflow is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm growing species, ideally 20–30°C during the day and no lower than 18°C at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"kxtrz4\" data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eWhy This Orchid Is Rare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eMentawainensis is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003etrue species Phalaenopsis\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a mass-produced hybrid. It originates from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eMentawai Islands\u003c\/strong\u003e, an isolated island chain off the west coast of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eSumatra, Indonesia\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because of its restricted natural habitat and limited commercial production, it is rarely available compared to common supermarket orchids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eCollectors value this species for its:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qgbtny\" data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eBeautiful sweet fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vxik38\" data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eElegant star-shaped blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fd66bq\" data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eCompact growth habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d9usgc\" data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eImportance in breeding fragrant Phalaenopsis hybrids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lph983\" data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eLimited availability from specialist growers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jexng7\" data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eCare for This Species\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eUnlike many standard Phalaenopsis hybrids, Mentawainensis enjoys \u003cstrong data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003ewarmer temperatures and higher humidity\u003c\/strong\u003ethroughout the year. It naturally grows as an epiphyte attached to trees in tropical forests where it receives filtered light, constant airflow and regular moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003eFor best results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tciex7\" data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eKeep in bright, filtered light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wp0hbs\" data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003eMaintain warm conditions all year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1r0u1j3\" data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eIncrease humidity if your home is dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10qhueg\" data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eWater thoroughly, then allow the bark to become just slightly dry before watering again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1769aem\" data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003eFeed with orchid fertiliser every 2–3 weeks during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eWith the right care, this species will mature into a highly rewarding flowering orchid with wonderfully fragrant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"jftxuo\" data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003ePackaging \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003eYour orchid will be carefully packaged using our specialist plant packaging to ensure it arrives safely. 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