Phalaenopsis 'Orange Orchid'

Botanical: Phalaenopsis amabilis

Common: Orange Orchid, Moon Orchid, Moth Orchid, The Lovely Phalaenopsis

• Light: Bright Indirect
• Ideal Temperature: 65-80°F
• Humidity: Medium
• Water: When the top 2 inches of soil are dry or when the roots turn from a healthy-green, to a silvery-gray color
• Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
• Preferred Soil: Bark-Based Well-Draining Orchid Mix

• Orchids prefer moderate to high humidity, around 50-70%
• Orchids prefer bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions.
• Remove spent flower spikes to encourage new blooms.

• Member of the Orchidaceae family, commonly known as the Orchid family, is large and diverse family of flowering plants that includes over 25,000 to 30,000 species.
• Phalaenopsis orchids are native to tropical regions of Asia, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and northern Australia.

• They are one of the easiest orchids to care for, making them ideal for beginners.
• Phalaenopsis Orchids have aerial roots that help it absorb moisture from the air. Do not bury these roots in soil or prune them.
• Phalaenopsis Orchids are Epiphytes, meaning they grow on other plants. They have a special root system that's adapted to absorbing moisture and nutrients from the air and from the bark of the tree they grow on.
• Phalaenopsis Orchids are the most common type of orchid due to their long-lasting blooms and ability to thrive in low-light conditions.
• Phalaenopsis Orchids are known for their fragrant flowers that come in a variety of colors.
• Phalaenopsis orchids can bloom multiple times from the same flower spike if it is cut above a node.