| Common Name | Moth Orchid 'Alicante' |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Phalaenopsis |
| Species | Hybrid |
| Variety | Alicante |
| Origin | Southeast Asia / Hybrid Cultivar |
| Blooming | Winter to Spring, often reblooms in autumn |
| Leaf Color | Dark green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Epiphytic bark mix (fir bark, perlite, charcoal), never standard potting soil
Soak roots weekly when silvery-white, ensure excellent drainage, reduce frequency in winter dormancy
Bright indirect light only; direct sun causes leaf scorch and bleaching
Weak orchid fertilizer solution every 2 weeks during active growth (spring/summer)
Cut flower spikes above the second node after blooming if green, or at base if brown
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