Many growers refer to Phalaenopsis Orchids as simply Phals, and they are also called Moth Orchids. The name Phalaenopsis comes from Greek, and means "looks like a moth." The manner in which the typical Phalaenopsis spreads its petals is reminiscent of the appearance of one of them that is resting. These flowers naturally have fifty or sixty different species, but more kinds have been added through hybridization. These are beautiful and colorful and will add an elegant touch to any home. This is a tropical or subtropical species, and they usually grow as epiphytes in or on trees. Some of these cattleya orchids will also grow on rocks.
Orchid Types- There are essentially only two types of orchid but many different varieties. It has been stated that orchids are the largest flower family in the world having over 25,000 species with an additional 100,000 hybrids created by enthusiasts. They are gorgeous flowers that are appreciated as gifts and decorative plants in and around the home.
There are only two basic 'types' of orchid, terrestrial and epiphytes. Terrestrial flowers grow in the ground while epiphytes grow on trees. Both are popular and are chosen less by types and more by how easy they are to grow, their availability or their cost. Rare flowers can fetch enormous sums for the obsessed collector.
To whet your appetite, I've outlined a few of my favorites below. Cymbidium Orchid- Cymbidium orchids are common due to the ease and variety of environments in which they can grow. They are a good for the novice orchid grower and consequently are common in most florists, garden centers, and markets. They bloom throughout the year, and a potted Cymbidium can last a very long time if it is properly taken care of.
Temperature is as important to Moth Flowers as it is to all varieties. They can only grow and thrive in a fairly narrow temperature window. Moth Flowers do not like temperatures lower than 60 degrees F, or higher than 85. They will not be able to tolerate temperatures lower than 60 for very long, so care should be taken during a northern winter to protect them from the cold. The room temperature should be kept on the warm side when the orchid is developing buds or flowering.
Flowers like a humid atmosphere, so the bathroom is a very good location for it to grow. This location is chosen because the mist is absorbed from the shower in the bathroom. The only concerns that you might encounter using this location is the lack of adequate lighting, and the bathroom tend to lose heat quickly when compared to the other areas of the home.
In the wild, the Moth variety grows in conditions of low or diffuse sunlight. Direct sunlight will be too intense for these flowers and can cause the leaves to turn yellow and sometimes scorch. A windowsill on the east side of the house, to catch the relatively weak morning sun is the best spot for this orchid, and it can be moved to the west side in the late afternoon for a bit more light. Artificial lights can also provide adequate lighting for Moth Flowers.
Feeding And Watering Your Orchid- Thoroughly soak your orchid once a week and let it dry completely before watering it again. If your home is especially dry, you may need to water every 5 or 6 days if the orchids soil is still damp you may want to wait 8 or so days until the soil is dry. Fertilize your moth orchid once a week with miracle grows using the fertilizer at half strength.
Orchid Types- There are essentially only two types of orchid but many different varieties. It has been stated that orchids are the largest flower family in the world having over 25,000 species with an additional 100,000 hybrids created by enthusiasts. They are gorgeous flowers that are appreciated as gifts and decorative plants in and around the home.
There are only two basic 'types' of orchid, terrestrial and epiphytes. Terrestrial flowers grow in the ground while epiphytes grow on trees. Both are popular and are chosen less by types and more by how easy they are to grow, their availability or their cost. Rare flowers can fetch enormous sums for the obsessed collector.
To whet your appetite, I've outlined a few of my favorites below. Cymbidium Orchid- Cymbidium orchids are common due to the ease and variety of environments in which they can grow. They are a good for the novice orchid grower and consequently are common in most florists, garden centers, and markets. They bloom throughout the year, and a potted Cymbidium can last a very long time if it is properly taken care of.
Temperature is as important to Moth Flowers as it is to all varieties. They can only grow and thrive in a fairly narrow temperature window. Moth Flowers do not like temperatures lower than 60 degrees F, or higher than 85. They will not be able to tolerate temperatures lower than 60 for very long, so care should be taken during a northern winter to protect them from the cold. The room temperature should be kept on the warm side when the orchid is developing buds or flowering.
Flowers like a humid atmosphere, so the bathroom is a very good location for it to grow. This location is chosen because the mist is absorbed from the shower in the bathroom. The only concerns that you might encounter using this location is the lack of adequate lighting, and the bathroom tend to lose heat quickly when compared to the other areas of the home.
In the wild, the Moth variety grows in conditions of low or diffuse sunlight. Direct sunlight will be too intense for these flowers and can cause the leaves to turn yellow and sometimes scorch. A windowsill on the east side of the house, to catch the relatively weak morning sun is the best spot for this orchid, and it can be moved to the west side in the late afternoon for a bit more light. Artificial lights can also provide adequate lighting for Moth Flowers.
Feeding And Watering Your Orchid- Thoroughly soak your orchid once a week and let it dry completely before watering it again. If your home is especially dry, you may need to water every 5 or 6 days if the orchids soil is still damp you may want to wait 8 or so days until the soil is dry. Fertilize your moth orchid once a week with miracle grows using the fertilizer at half strength.
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