Sep 12, 2025 · Phalaenopsis orchids, commonly called moth orchids, are one of the most popular orchids because they are easy to grow and care for as a houseplant. They often bear multiple flower …

Phalaenopsis are unique in that in some species of the subgenus Polychilos, the flowers turn into green leaves after pollination. As in many other plants, the petals of the orchid flowers serve to attract …

Phalaenopsis, commonly known as the moth orchid, is a captivating genus of orchids in the Orchidaceae family, comprising around 70 species. These orchids are native to Southeast Asia, including …

Phalaenopsis plants must be potted in a porous mix. Repotting is usually done every 1 to 3 years. Seedlings usually grow fast enough to need repotting yearly and should be repotted in a fine-grade …

Oct 7, 2023 · Some of the most common orchids grown indoors are Phalaenopsis orchids. This type of orchid blooms intensely in pink, white, purple, and many colors in between. But as with all types of …

Phalaenopsis care and maintenance is all about correct information and applying it to your daily routine. We’ll get to each of these topics in this guide so you can adequately care for your moth orchid.

Popular since Victorian times, this moth-shaped orchid is now what most people think of when they think “orchid.” Phalaenopses are showy, come in many varieties, and are naturally comfortable in home …

In St. Louis, phalaenopsis is grown in pots in a fir bark based medium with superior drainage. It prefers warm, humid, damp but not soggy conditions in shady locations (bright light with no sun). It serves as …

Phalaenopsis comes from the Ancient Greek word phalaina, which means “a kind of moth,” hence the nickname “moth orchid.” Phalaenopsis orchids have coarse, long roots. They have short, leafy …

Moth orchid is an epiphytic, tropical, herbaceous perennial in the orchid family (Orchidaceae). Moth orchids can range from a few inches to 2 feet in height and up to 2 feet (but usually less) in spread. …