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Moth orchid.
Phalaenopsis amabilis
Prononciation fal-uh-NOP-sis uh-MAB-ih-liss
The moth orchid is a classic houseplant known for its elegant, long lasting blooms that resemble fluttering moths. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on trees in its native habitat rather than in soil. You will love how its graceful arching stems brighten up any indoor space.
En un coup d'œil
- Niveau d'entretien
- Moyenne
- Type de plante
- Epiphytic orchid
- Lumière
- Bright indirect light is best.
- Lumière en intérieur
- Lumière vive indirecte
- Arrosage
- Tous les 7 à 10 jours
- Taille adulte
- 2 feet tall
- Croissance
- Lente
Entretien
Plant these in a specialized orchid bark mix to ensure proper airflow around the roots. Watch for wrinkled leaves which suggest dehydration, or yellowing leaves that might indicate overwatering. Keep them in a spot with high humidity and avoid direct sunlight that could scorch their foliage.
- Arrosage
- Water only when the roots turn silvery gray and the potting medium feels dry.
- Engrais
- Use a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
- Taille
- Cut the flower spike back to the base once all the blooms have faded.
- Rempotage
- Repot every couple of years to refresh the bark medium before it breaks down.
- Sol
- Orchid bark or sphagnum moss
- pH du sol
- 5.5 to 6.5
Sécurité
- Animaux
- This plant is considered non toxic to cats and dogs.
Comment l'identifier
- Broad, fleshy, dark green leaves
- Long, arching flower spikes
- Flat, moth shaped petals
- Thick, silvery aerial roots
Science
- Famille
- Orchidaceae
- Genre
- Phalaenopsis
- Ordre
- Asparagales
- Classe
- Liliopsida
Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.
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