{"product_id":"black-bat-orchid-flower-seeds-tacca-chantrieri-rare-tropical-exotic-houseplant","title":"Black Bat Orchid Flower Seeds (Tacca chantrieri) – Rare Tropical Exotic Houseplant","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"472\"\u003eBlack Bat Orchid Seeds (Tacca chantrieri)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"895\" data-start=\"603\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"646\" data-start=\"607\"\u003eBlack Bat Orchid (Tacca chantrieri)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most\u003cstrong\u003e rare\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evisually striking\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical \u003cstrong\u003eflowering\u003c\/strong\u003e plants in the world. Known for its dramatic\u003cstrong\u003e bat-shaped blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003elong flowing whiskers\u003c\/strong\u003e, this exotic plant produces deep purple to nearly black flowers that resemble a bat in flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1231\" data-start=\"897\"\u003eNative to the understory of Southeast Asian rainforests, this rare tropical species thrives in warm, humid environments and performs exceptionally well as an indoor plant in cooler climates. Its unusual flowers can span up to 12 inches across, with whisker-like bracts extending even longer, creating a bold and unforgettable display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1522\" data-start=\"1233\"\u003eUnlike common orchids, the Black Bat Flower produces broad, lush green foliage that adds to its tropical presence even when not in bloom. 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line-height: 115%;\"\u003eBat Flower Germination: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1) Sow the seeds into a moist potting compost mix with some perlite \u0026amp; vermiculite for great drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2) Use a heated propagator under them to keep the soil around 85 degrees to help speed germination rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3) Very easy to grow, but Patience is needed as with any Exotic or Tropical seeds, and germination is erratic \u0026amp; can take anywhere from one to nine months;...But these Unique Extraterrestrial Looking Flowers are Definitely Worth the Wait!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eGerminación de la flor de murciélago: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1) Siembre las semillas en una mezcla de abono húmedo para macetas con un poco de perlita y vermiculita para un buen drenaje.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2) Use un propagador calentado debajo de ellas para mantener la tierra a unos 85 grados para ayudar a acelerar las tasas de germinación.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3) Muy fácil de cultivar, pero se necesita paciencia como con cualquier semilla exótica o tropical, y la germinación es errática y puede tardar entre uno y nueve meses;... ¡Pero estas flores únicas de aspecto extraterrestre definitivamente valen la pena la espera!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"5 SEEDS","offer_id":53898123280668,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 SEEDS","offer_id":53898123313436,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 SEEDS","offer_id":53898123346204,"sku":null,"price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/new1b-topaz-lighting-upscale-3.8x-sharpen-denoise-text-focus.jpg?v=1770810035","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/black-bat-orchid-flower-seeds-tacca-chantrieri-rare-tropical-exotic-houseplant","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}