Phalaenopsis Orchid
4.5 out of 5 (233 experiences)
About Phalaenopsis Orchid
Phalaenopsis orchids get their name from the Greek 'phalaina' meaning moth, as their flowers are thought to resemble moth or butterfly wings! 🦋 Once their flowers have blossomed, they will eventually die but the plant will live one and continue to produce new flower spikes throughout its life. Orchid flowers evolved to attract pollinators and ther unique shape helps keep insects safe while collecting and dispersing pollen! 🐝
Taxonomy
Phalaenopsis spp.
Phalaenopsis
Orchidaceae
Asparagales
Also known as
Anggrek bulan, Moth Orchid, Phalaenopsis Orchid and Bramble Orchid
How to care for Phalaenopsis Orchid
How often to water your Phalaenopsis Orchid
Phalaenopsis Orchid needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Phalaenopsis Orchid in your home
Phalaenopsis Orchid may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
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How to fertilize Phalaenopsis Orchid
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Phalaenopsis Orchid after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Winston is an idiot! Some of you might remember that I cut his flower spike ages ago because he was visibly overblooming after he lost a lot of roots? Well, apart from the fact that I *still* have flowers on the cut spike (though on their way out), look at this. To anyone doubting that some hybrid #phalaenopsisorchid s can overdo it, when not checked: I did not actively induce flowering, he is growing a leaf half his normal size, dehydrates very quickly because his roots are still not enough to support him on "our" normal schedule and he apparently still just thought: you know what would be great? Wasting a lot of energy on a second spike in the space of a few months 🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️ Now tell me what to do. Or better: don't. I just do not have the heart to cut it again. #newgrowth #orchidlovers
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What’s wrong with my plant? I just repotted it and I think it’s the wrong soil!? #PhalaenopsisOrchids
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Watering Techniques? #PhalaenopsisOrchid Hi! What is the best method to water your orchid? How much and how often? My girl shares a pot with her bromeliad brother. Thanks!
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Falling buds and yellowing stems - We just got this as a wedding gift and are pretty new to plant care. Any ideas? Thanks! #PhalaenopsisOrchid
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orchid About 3 weeks ago i cut off my orchids stem after it was done blooming. how long is it gonna take to regrow a stem?
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Hey guys I just picked up this random orchid because I thought it was pretty… I’m pretty new to orchids and how to take care of them, so if you guys have any suggestions, or tips, I’d really appreciate it… #OrchidLovers
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I have a New orchid but a leaf have black/brown spots #PhalaenopsisOrchid
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She’s been bloomed for awhile, I fertilized her and now the leaf is yellow. She ha la blooms and is about 7 years old. I’m not sure what happened to the leaf? It was reddish then yellow pretty quickly. #PhalaenopsisOrchid
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Help! Repotted with incorrect soil 🤦🏻♀️ new to the plant game 🤷🏻♀️😏. Repotted with orchid soil now but Do you think I can revive it? Or is s@it too late?!? TIA 🤗 #PhalaenopsisOrchid
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Should I remove this Keiki? I have had this orchid for some years now and noticed leaves growing at the top so never cut it and just left it be. It hasn’t flowered in some time but then now I’ve noticed there is roots and more leaves, should I remove it and if so how do I ensure it’ll carry on growing. Never done this before so nervous will damage it! Thank you! #PropagationStation #Keiki #OrchidLovers
Care Summary for Phalaenopsis Orchid
Phalaenopsis Orchid
Greg recommends:
0.5 cups every 9 days
< 3ft from a window
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
What other plant parents say
Amazingly beautiful flowers. Must be patient however as it blooms once a year under right conditions. I’ve had some that didn’t bloom for years. But I’ve learned that it’s particular about light, water and temperature. Learn how to care for it and you’ll be rewarded with flowers 🌸
I received this orchid as a gift in August and as soon as I got it I changed the soil (had a death plug). Fast forward to a few weeks ago and the flowers just fell off and have already formed two more stems,one of which is blooming. I never expected this plant to bloom so fast and so easy!
Orchids have a semi-scary reputation but they really aren’t that bad! I promise! It’s aaaaalll about keeping an eye on the roots (in my opinion). I like to give them a big soak every couple of weeks instead of watering a little bit more often.
But please for the love of all that is good do NOT do the ice cube method!! Orchids are tropical plants! They don’t like cold water!
Just give it 4 ice cubes once a week and it will bloom every year. Be careful not to knock it over because the stem is very delicate. If it breaks off don’t throw the plant away keep giving it ice every week and even though it will take a very long time you will see a stem grow and bloom again. The beauty of this plant makes it well worth the wait and the effort!