{"product_id":"stanhopea-inodora-oculata-giant-specimen-orchid","title":"Stanhopea inodora × oculata – Collector's Specimen Orchid","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are exceptional specimen plants of \u003cem\u003eStanhopea inodora\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003eoculata\u003c\/em\u003e, grown on for many years to produce large, established clumps ready to become the centrepiece of any orchid collection. Unlike small divisions, these plants have reached an impressive size and, once transferred into a large slatted basket, are expected to produce spectacular flowering displays in the coming early summer season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStanhopea inodora\u003c\/em\u003e × \u003cem\u003eoculata\u003c\/em\u003e combines the broad, sculptural flowers of \u003cem\u003eS. inodora\u003c\/em\u003e with the dramatic eye-like markings inherited from \u003cem\u003eS. oculata\u003c\/em\u003e. The large, waxy blooms emerge on pendant spikes that grow through the bottom of the basket, creating one of the most unusual and rewarding flowering displays found in orchids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDistinctive Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Specimen Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, mature clumps grown over many years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expected to flower during the coming early summer season under suitable growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, waxy flowers with broad segments and striking eye-like markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePendant Flower Spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inflorescences emerge from beneath the basket, creating a unique cascading display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Orchid:\u003c\/strong\u003e An impressive and rewarding species for growers with adequate space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light or dappled shade. Protect from harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist throughout active growth. Never allow the plant to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers 60–80% humidity with excellent air movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best grown in a large slatted orchid basket or open net pot using a coarse, free-draining orchid mix so flower spikes can emerge freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to warm (15–28°C). Protect from prolonged cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertiliser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed fortnightly with a balanced orchid fertiliser during active growth, reducing feeding over winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e These specimens should be transferred into a large basket with minimal disturbance to the root system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese are genuine one-off specimen plants. Each has developed differently over many years, so no two are identical. Once sold, they cannot be replaced. We recommend potting into the largest practical slatted basket to allow future growth and to provide ample room for the pendant flower spikes to develop naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orchids - Lodge","offers":[{"title":"130mm Pot A","offer_id":51979536204064,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"130mm Pot B","offer_id":51979536236832,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/Stanhopeainodoraxoculata_6fa45f58-5cab-4e07-8fd5-c9d4f6dd1eba.png?v=1783989121","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/stanhopea-inodora-oculata-giant-specimen-orchid","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}