Dappled Sun
ORIndoor
Low
When repotting use a coarse free draining orchid bark, or sphagnum moss1. Generally the orchids do not need a larger pot and old compost can be shaken free and replaced by fresh. Position away from severe cold, heat and sun.
When watering, drench and then allow water to drain thoroughly.1 NEVER allow plant to sit in water. Periodically, clean the leaves with warm water to remove dust
Bloom may be encouraged by cutting old bloom to a node, and by placing plant in a sheltered position outside in summer months.1. The flowers are long lived and after a few months rest a fresh flower spike is produced. The flower spike can be clipped to a support in order to hold it steady, and to display the flowers to their best advantage
Orchids are normally bout as mature plants, as raising them from seed is quite difficult. Shop bought orchids are started as tissue culture in controlled conditions
Phalaenopsis will enjoy a bright windowsill, but not direct sun. If it is cold at night bring the plant to a warmer position away from the glass.
These estimates for how long Moth orchid takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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The flowers of this species resemble moths.
Phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis Blume