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Moth orchids (Phalaenopsis)
Also known as : phalaenopsis orchid
Moth orchids are members of the genus, Phalaenopsis. These Asian and Australian species often produce large, ornate flowers that have made them among the most popular orchids among gardeners. Though natural moth orchids are found almost exclusively in tropical zones, they can adapt to other climates in a garden setting.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Orchid
Key Facts About Moth orchids
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Attributes of Moth orchids
Plant Height
30 cm
Spread
30 cm
Flower Size
8 cm to 15 cm
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Moth orchids
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagus and allies
Family
Orchid
Genus
Moth orchids
Distribution of Moth orchids
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Distribution Map of Moth orchids
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Moth orchids
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Moth orchids has broad requirements, necessitating moderate light, thorough but infrequent watering, and temperatures between 60-85°F. These plants prefer a well-drained, orchid-specific potting mix. Common challenges include issues related to overwatering, such as root rot, and susceptibility to pests like mealybugs. Seasonal changes necessitate adjusting care practices, with warmer, brighter summer months requiring more frequent watering, while winter calls for reduced watering frequency and cooler temperatures to stimulate blooming.
How to Water Moth orchids?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Moth orchids?
How to Propagate Moth orchids?
How to Plant Moth orchids?
Exploring the Moth orchids Plants
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8 most common species：
Aphrodite's phalaenopsis
Aphrodite's phalaenopsis is a Northeast and Southeast Asia native plant. It has glossy, evergreen foliage and yellow-white blooms as attributes. In addition, this plant is easy to grow as long as it receives proper care.
Moth orchid
Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis amabilis) is an orchid species that is considered aesthetically pleasing and easy to grow. Moth orchid's blossoms bloom for several months and bloom multiple times if cared for properly. When kept as a houseplant, moth orchid should be watered regularly and the roots should not be allowed to dry out. This species grows well in bright, indirect sunlight.
Horse phalaenopsis
Also known as horse phalaenopsis, this epiphytic orchid is native to Southeast Asia and can be found growing in trees or on rocks. Its name comes from its resemblance to a horse's head, and it is a popular choice for indoor decoration due to its beautiful flowers that bloom in various colors including white, yellow, and pink.
Moth orchid
Also known as the moth orchid, this plant is a popular choice for indoor gardens due to its ease of care and attractive blooms that can last up to 3 months. Native to Southeast Asia, it is also a symbol of love and respect in Taiwanese culture.
Wilson's phalaenopsis
Wilson's phalaenopsis is a fragrant miniature orchid. The name wilson's phalaenopsis derives from the collector of this plant: English botanist Ernest Henry Wilson. It is usually found at elevations and can be mistaken for Phalaenopsis wilsonii, which has fewer blooms. Wilson's phalaenopsis can form colonies in its natural environment.
Moth orchids 'Las Vegas'
The moth orchids 'Las Vegas' is a moth orchid developed for a distinctive and rare orange-yellow bloom and named after the American city. Most similar orchids are easy to grow for beginners, and an ideal way to begin growing orchids. They grow to about 45 cm, and this petite size plus their inherent tenderness make them a good houseplant.
Moth orchids 'Blush Pink Willd'
Considered one of the easiest varieties of orchids to grow, moth orchids 'Blush Pink Willd' produces long-living blushed pink flowers for months at a time. Hybridized from other moth orchid varieties, this cultivar was aptly named after its soft pink coloration. Moth orchids 'Blush Pink Willd' is very popular among orchid growers for its easy care, lovely colors, and long-lasting blooms.
Phalaenopsis schilleriana
Also known as phalaenopsis schilleriana, this stunning plant boasts large pink blooms with purple spots. Found in the Philippines, its flowers can last up to three months. In the wild, it grows as an epiphyte on trees, but can also be grown in a pot indoors.
All Species of Moth orchids
Aphrodite's phalaenopsis
Aphrodite's phalaenopsis
Aphrodite's phalaenopsis is a Northeast and Southeast Asia native plant. It has glossy, evergreen foliage and yellow-white blooms as attributes. In addition, this plant is easy to grow as long as it receives proper care.
Moth orchid
Moth orchid
Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis amabilis) is an orchid species that is considered aesthetically pleasing and easy to grow. Moth orchid's blossoms bloom for several months and bloom multiple times if cared for properly. When kept as a houseplant, moth orchid should be watered regularly and the roots should not be allowed to dry out. This species grows well in bright, indirect sunlight.
Horse phalaenopsis
Horse phalaenopsis
Also known as horse phalaenopsis, this epiphytic orchid is native to Southeast Asia and can be found growing in trees or on rocks. Its name comes from its resemblance to a horse's head, and it is a popular choice for indoor decoration due to its beautiful flowers that bloom in various colors including white, yellow, and pink.
Moth orchid
Moth orchid
Also known as the moth orchid, this plant is a popular choice for indoor gardens due to its ease of care and attractive blooms that can last up to 3 months. Native to Southeast Asia, it is also a symbol of love and respect in Taiwanese culture.
Wilson's phalaenopsis
Wilson's phalaenopsis
Wilson's phalaenopsis is a fragrant miniature orchid. The name wilson's phalaenopsis derives from the collector of this plant: English botanist Ernest Henry Wilson. It is usually found at elevations and can be mistaken for Phalaenopsis wilsonii, which has fewer blooms. Wilson's phalaenopsis can form colonies in its natural environment.
Moth orchids 'Las Vegas'
Moth orchids 'Las Vegas'
The moth orchids 'Las Vegas' is a moth orchid developed for a distinctive and rare orange-yellow bloom and named after the American city. Most similar orchids are easy to grow for beginners, and an ideal way to begin growing orchids. They grow to about 45 cm, and this petite size plus their inherent tenderness make them a good houseplant.
Moth orchids 'Blush Pink Willd'
Moth orchids 'Blush Pink Willd'
Considered one of the easiest varieties of orchids to grow, moth orchids 'Blush Pink Willd' produces long-living blushed pink flowers for months at a time. Hybridized from other moth orchid varieties, this cultivar was aptly named after its soft pink coloration. Moth orchids 'Blush Pink Willd' is very popular among orchid growers for its easy care, lovely colors, and long-lasting blooms.
Phalaenopsis schilleriana
Phalaenopsis schilleriana
Also known as phalaenopsis schilleriana, this stunning plant boasts large pink blooms with purple spots. Found in the Philippines, its flowers can last up to three months. In the wild, it grows as an epiphyte on trees, but can also be grown in a pot indoors.
Moth orchids 'Boquetto Sensation'
Moth orchids 'Boquetto Sensation'
Moth orchids 'Boquetto Sensation' has an interesting color variation, which is unique to this cultivar. The petals are soft lime green with pink centers, an artistic and graphic flower and stamen combination. This orchid is a hybrid that produces three to five flower stems.
Moth orchids 'White'
Moth orchids 'White'
The white variety of moth orchids 'White' was first introduced in 1960s, after a lot of hard work by the hybridizers to achieve the glistening white color and the impressive flower size. The two stems are rich in buds and flowers, producing 12 buds on average. The attractive, elegant look, productivity, and longevity make moth orchids 'White' a very popular gift orchid.
Moth orchids 'White Wild Orchid'
Moth orchids 'White Wild Orchid'
The moth orchids 'White Wild Orchid' is notable for its small but abundant flowers. The white blooms also are long-lasting, providing elegant decor for a home or office. The variety's name reflects the color of the blooms, and the 'Willd' in the name refers to botanist Carl Ludwig Willdenow.
Phalaenopsis hybrid
Phalaenopsis hybrid
The phalaenopsis hybrid is a striking evergreen perennial, best known for its prolonged and prolific bloom period. With broad, glossy leaves and a central stalk supporting a spray of sizable flowers, its blossoms flourish in a myriad of colors and patterns. Originating from tropical climates, this orchid thrives in warm, humid environments, its aerial roots absorbing moisture directly from the air. The phalaenopsis hybrid's elegant flowers make it a garden and household favorite.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
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More Genus
Moth orchids
Phalaenopsis
Also known as: phalaenopsis orchid
Moth orchids are members of the genus, Phalaenopsis. These Asian and Australian species often produce large, ornate flowers that have made them among the most popular orchids among gardeners. Though natural moth orchids are found almost exclusively in tropical zones, they can adapt to other climates in a garden setting.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Orchid
Key Facts About Moth orchids
Feedback
Attributes of Moth orchids
Plant Height
30 cm
Spread
30 cm
Flower Size
8 cm to 15 cm
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Moth orchids
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Monocotyledons Order
Asparagus and allies Family
Orchid Genus
Moth orchids Distribution of Moth orchids
Feedback
Distribution Map of Moth orchids
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Moth orchids
Feedback
Moth orchids has broad requirements, necessitating moderate light, thorough but infrequent watering, and temperatures between 60-85°F. These plants prefer a well-drained, orchid-specific potting mix. Common challenges include issues related to overwatering, such as root rot, and susceptibility to pests like mealybugs. Seasonal changes necessitate adjusting care practices, with warmer, brighter summer months requiring more frequent watering, while winter calls for reduced watering frequency and cooler temperatures to stimulate blooming.
How to Water Moth orchids?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Moth orchids?
How to Propagate Moth orchids?
How to Plant Moth orchids?
Exploring the Moth orchids Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Aphrodite's phalaenopsis
Aphrodite's phalaenopsis is a Northeast and Southeast Asia native plant. It has glossy, evergreen foliage and yellow-white blooms as attributes. In addition, this plant is easy to grow as long as it receives proper care.
Moth orchid
Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis amabilis) is an orchid species that is considered aesthetically pleasing and easy to grow. Moth orchid's blossoms bloom for several months and bloom multiple times if cared for properly. When kept as a houseplant, moth orchid should be watered regularly and the roots should not be allowed to dry out. This species grows well in bright, indirect sunlight.
Horse phalaenopsis
Also known as horse phalaenopsis, this epiphytic orchid is native to Southeast Asia and can be found growing in trees or on rocks. Its name comes from its resemblance to a horse's head, and it is a popular choice for indoor decoration due to its beautiful flowers that bloom in various colors including white, yellow, and pink.
Moth orchid
Also known as the moth orchid, this plant is a popular choice for indoor gardens due to its ease of care and attractive blooms that can last up to 3 months. Native to Southeast Asia, it is also a symbol of love and respect in Taiwanese culture.
Show More Species
All Species of Moth orchids
More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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