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Phalaenopsis

Moth orchid

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Key information

Plant type

General houseplant

Flower colour

Rose, White, Purple

Feature

Flowers

Hardiness

Tender

Skill level

Experienced

photo by Lee Avison, copyright GAP Photos (209280)

Plant details

Phalaenopsis are epiphytic orchids with delightful, pink, white or purple flowers that are produced throughout the year. They have oval, grey-green leaves. An epiphyte is a plant that grows on another plant without taking food from it. So, grow them on a piece of bark with the aerial roots hanging out. They are warm growing orchids that require a humid atmosphere and bright, filtered light all year. Water freely, mist every day and feed once a month from spring to autumn. In winter, cut down the watering and keep the foliage dry.

Family: Orchidaceae

Genus: Phalaenopsis

Plant type: General houseplant

Flower colour: Rose, White, Purple

Foliage colour: Mid-green

Feature: Flowers

Sun exposure: Full sun, Partial shade

Soil: Well-drained/light

Hardiness: Tender

Skill level: Experienced

Height: 30cm

Spread: 30cm


Reader reviews

Flower bird

I love orchids. Being relatively new to gardening and exotic plants it took me quite a while to summon up the courage to buy an orchid. I now have a lovely little collection,. There were a few casualties along the way but I read up on them and now I have several of them coming back into flower again, a really thrilling experience, I must be doing something right!
I have them in my living room and have the pleasure of being able to enjoy them all the time.


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