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 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 …

Aug 27, 2018 · Phalaenopsis orchids generally like a bright location to grow, but don’t do well in direct sunlight. In nature, they grow attached to the trunks of large trees, below the leaf canopy, so they are …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 orchids, commonly known in Vietnam as Lan Hồ Điệp, are among the most popular potted orchids for both decorative and gifting purposes. Their elegant shape, long-lasting blooms, and …

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 …