{"product_id":"macodes-petola-jewel-orchid","title":"Macodes petola (Jewel Orchid)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTerrestrial jungle-floor orchids grown primarily for their striking foliage rather than their blooms. Under ambient lighting, these veins exhibit an optical phenomenon that makes them look iridescent and alive—resembling tiny electric current boards or sudden lightning strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is highly recommended to keep it inside an enclosed glass terrarium, terrarium tank, or under a protective glass cloche to lock in moisture. \u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e Use a highly porous, well-draining, and airy medium. \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePure sphagnum moss mixed with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/span\u003e or a blend of peat moss, perlite, and fine orchid bark works exceptionally well. Grow them in wide, shallow pots or terracotta saucers since their root systems are shallow and creeping.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jewel orchids have highly sensitive root systems that are easily damaged by the synthetic chemicals and heavy minerals found in municipal water. It is best to use distilled water that is at room temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause blooming takes significant energy, the surrounding foliage may temporarily stop growing or die back slightly. \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eMany collectors choose to snip the flower spike early\u003c\/span\u003e to conserve the plant's resources and prioritize vibrant leaf growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","offers":[{"title":"2.5\" Pot","offer_id":48791144595593,"sku":"P27156","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3576\/1033\/files\/P27156MacodesPetola.jpg?v=1793377178","url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/products\/macodes-petola-jewel-orchid","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}