Phalaenopsis White, Pink - Plant

Most are epiphytic shade plants.a few are lithophytes.[5] In the wild, some species grow below the canopies of moist and humid lowland forests, protected against direct sunlight; others grow in seasonally dry or cool environments. The species have adapted individually to these three habitats. The genus can be classified into two groups :A group of species with a long, branched inflorescence (up to 1 m long) and large, almost round flowers with rose or white tints. A group of species with short stems and less rounded, waxy flowers with more pronounced colors.

Plant Specifications

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%

• Common Name: Moth Orchid
• Maximum Reachable Height: Upto one meter long
• Flower Colour: White and Pink.
• Bloom Time: Late winter through the spring.
• Difficulty Level: Easy.

Planting and care

Too much bright light can burn the leaves and turn the plants yellowish while too little will result in plants with soft leaves that don t flower. Repot after flowering. Don t over pot; wash the old compost from the roots before working the new compost gently and firmly around the roots.

Phalaenopsis White care

• Sunlight: Prefer dappled light (an east or west facing windowsill behind a net curtain is ideal).
• Watering: Do not let the soil dry out.
• Soil: They should be potted in a more typical houseplant mix that holds some moisture but still drains well.
• Temperature: A minimum temperature of 20 degrees C (68 degrees C).
• Fertilizer: Give a quarter strength fertiliser once a month.

Phalaenopsis White uses
Ornamental Use:
Phals do very well as houseplants and will grow and flower in a moderately bright windowsill