Phalaenopsis Catalina

Moth Orchid

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Hybrid epiphytic orchid with glossy leaves and vibrant spotted blooms. Needs bright indirect light and high humidity. An indoor favorite for long-lasting winter flowers. Requires a bark-based medium.
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Plant Details

Common Name Moth Orchid
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Phalaenopsis
Species Hybrid
Variety Catalina
Origin Southeast Asia / Cultivated Hybrid
Blooming Produces spikes of spotted flowers in winter/spring; can rebloom annually
Leaf Color glossy dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Coarse bark chips, sphagnum moss, perlite mix (epiphytic medium)

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Watering

Soak roots weekly, allow surface to dry slightly. High humidity preferred.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light, avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch

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Fertilization

Diluted orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season only

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Pruning

Cut flower spikes after blooming to encourage rebloom, remove dead roots

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect 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 5 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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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% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 5000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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