Porpax thaithoniae (mount)

Porpax thaithoniae is a Thai species that often grows in drier forests on limestone and crawling up branches. Their flattened bulbs almost don't look like a living plant at all. Super mini, prefers to be mounted, warm grower. Doesn't need a ton of light. Puts out leaves that will shed as the bulbs mature. Red bell-shaped flowers come from the mature bulbs. 

This is a mature, blooming size plant mounted on plastic placard. Unless otherwise stated, it will not arrive in bloom or spike. 

PORPAX CARE INFO:

Potting mix: Mounted with moss.  

Light: Shaded medium. Must be given ample water and humidity for brighter locations. 

Water: Water frequently in hot months as the media reaches dry. This one likes drying between waterings but doesn't want to stay dry. Enjoys a mild rest period of decreased watering and fertilizing in winter.

Temp: Warm (60F min, 95F max). 

Humidity: 60-80%, prefers medium-high humidity. Ensure good air circulation for terrarium or greenhouse growing.

Fertilizing: 1/4-1/2 strength urea-free fertilizer, every month as new roots and leaves emerge. Run clean tap water through the growing media once monthly to prevent salt buildup. Light feeders - less is more.

Photo credit:

1. By Motohiro Sunouchi - Own work, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=131539543
2. By Motohiro Sunouchi - Own work, CC BY 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=131539556