Phalaenopsis Orchid Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Phalaenopsis spp, known as the Moth Orchid or the Bramble Orchid, is a perennial plant that can live up to 15-20 years. This plant is trendy among orchid lovers because it is easy to care for. This ornamental plant likes well-drained or acidic soil and temperatures ranging from 65°F to 85°F, and it can be propagated by root division.
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Moth orchid, Phalaenopsis, Bramble Orchid
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Plant Type
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Herbs
Houseplants
Orchids
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Phalaenopsis spp.
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Genus
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Phalaenopsis
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Family
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Orchidaceae
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Order
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Asparagales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Phalaenopsis Orchid.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Phalaenopsis Orchid needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Phalaenopsis Orchid needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Phalaenopsis Orchid to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Phalaenopsis Orchid prefers High humidity levels, between 50% and 80%. |
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Phalaenopsis Orchid. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Phalaenopsis Orchid plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Phalaenopsis Orchid plant. |
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Maximum Height |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Light Pink
Bright Yellow
White
Purple
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Characteristics |
Plant of Merit
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Phalaenopsis Orchid toxic to pets? |
No
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Phalaenopsis Orchid, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
medium
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Propagation Methods |
root division
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Flowering season |
spring
autumn
winter
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Phalaenopsis Orchid Native Region |
Find out where the Phalaenopsis Orchid plant originated. |
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Country |
Australia
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