Phalaenopsis Brisbane

Moon Orchid 'Brisbane'

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Hybrid epiphytic orchid featuring glossy dark green leaves and striking pink or bicolor blooms. Long-lasting indoor plant requiring bright indirect light.
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Plant Details

Common Name Moon Orchid 'Brisbane'
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Phalaenopsis
Species Amabilis (Hybrid)
Variety Brisbane
Origin Southeast Asia / Hybrid
Blooming Spring to Summer, often reblooms indoors year-round
Leaf Color Dark green, fleshy
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Coarse orchid bark mix with perlite and sphagnum moss; epiphytic root medium essential.

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Watering

Soak roots weekly in lukewarm water. Allow to dry slightly between sessions. Keep crown dry to prevent rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only. Direct sun scorches leaves rapidly, causing permanent damage.

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Fertilization

Apply dilute orchid fertilizer (1/4 strength) weekly during active growth (spring/summer).

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Pruning

Cut flower spikes above node if green after blooming, or at base if brown. Remove dead roots.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
64° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 2500
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 60
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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