Picures are only reference to bloom and size of plant.
Pot size 3"
Orchid not in bloom.
๐ง Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate โ Great for those with some orchid experience but forgiving enough for beginners.
๐ Native: Hybrid โ Phalaenopsis species are native to Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and parts of Australia.
โฐ๏ธ Elevations: Typically grows well at low to moderate elevations (below 500m in nature for similar species).
๐ชด Size: Medium โ Compact and manageable, perfect for small indoor spaces.
๐ Perfect for Terrariums? No โ Phalaenopsis orchids prefer airflow and may not thrive in high-humidity closed terrariums.
โ๏ธ Blooming Season: Typically blooms in late winter to spring but can bloom throughout the year in the right conditions.
๐ธ Bloom Size and Color: Medium-sized flowers (around 2โ3 inches) with vibrant pink and purple.
๐ Fragrance: Usually none โ This hybrid is not known for a scent.
๐ก Temperature:
- Summer (โ๏ธ): 24โ30ยฐC high / 18โ20ยฐC low
- Winter (โ๏ธ): 18โ24ยฐC high / 15โ18ยฐC low
๐ง Watering: Moderate โ Water once the medium is almost dry; typically every 7โ10 days. Avoid letting it stay dry for extended periods.
โ๏ธ Humidity: 50โ70% โ Ideal for Phalaenopsis; maintain airflow to prevent root rot.
๐ก Light: Low to medium indirect light โ Thrives in east or shaded south-facing windows. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
๐ฐ Growing Medium: Bark mix or sphagnum moss โ Ensure good drainage; Phalaenopsis roots need air circulation.
๐งช Fertilization: Use a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) at half strength every two weeks during the growing season and reduce to once a month in winter.
*Care information based on average family care, use it as guide and should be adapted to suit your environment