Basic Information about your Orchid

Scientific name: Phalaenopsis spp.

Common names: Moth Orchid

Plant type: Tropical perennial epiphytic orchid

Family: Orchidaceae

Native range: Southeast Asia, the Philippines, northern Australia, and parts of Oceania

Natural habitat: Tropical forests, where it grows as an epiphyte on tree trunks and branches in humid, shaded conditions

Difficulty level: Beginner friendly

Fun fact: Phalaenopsis orchids are called “moth orchids” because their flowers resemble moths in flight, and their blooms can last several weeks to months, making them one of the most popular indoor orchids

How to care for your Moth Orchid

LIGHT

It needs bright indirect light, lower light conditions will not encourage blooms. It enjoys the morning sun, but long periods of it will burn the foliage.

WATER

This Orquid needs water when it's 50-75% dry. Overwatering will cause yellow leaves and it may die. 

HUMIDITY

It does well in house humidity. It will benefit an additional misting.

TEMPERATURE

It does well in temperatures between 75-90 degrees.

FOOD

The Common Orchid likes to be fed monthly or every other month with some orchid specialized fertilizer .

PET FRIENDLYNESS

It is harmless to pets

Additional Tips*

Use a orquid based substrate to encourage rapid drainage.

If you are looking for bigger blooms, cut the flower stem, this will also reduce the amount of flowers.

If you are looking for bushier blooms, do not cut the stems, this will also make smaller flowers.

If you can, try to replicate the orquid’s natural growth pattern by mounting them with bark or even wood

Common Issues for your Orchid

  • Crispy Leaf Edges

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  • Few Leaves

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  • Pest Control

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  • Yellow Leaves

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