Orchid (Phalaenopsis)

About the Orchid (Phalaenopsis)

Also called moth orchids because their flowers resemble moths in flight. They are the most popular houseplant orchid, sold in supermarkets worldwide. They can bloom for 3-6 months on a single spike. They are epiphytes - growing on trees in nature, not in soil. They get moisture and nutrients from the air and rain. Over 70 species with thousands of hybrids. They thrive in indirect light and high humidity. They can be propagated from stem cuttings. A single plant can produce flowers for 15+ years with proper care. They are the easiest orchids for beginners.