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Phalaenopsis Darwin

Darwin Phalaenopsis

Hybrid epiphytic orchid, known as the moth orchid. Features thick fleshy leaves and arching flower spikes. Ideal for bright indoor locations with indirect light.

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Pot Size 3-4 in

Pot Size	Availability	Price
3-4 in	In Stock	$26.83	Buy
3-4 in	Out of Stock	$27.45	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$27.63	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$30.99	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$30.99	Buy

Pot Size 5-6 in

Merchant	Pot Size	Availability	Price
	5-6 in	Out of Stock	$33.70	Buy
	5-6 in	In Stock	$35.48	Buy

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Plant Details

Common Name	Darwin Phalaenopsis
Family	Orchidaceae
Genus	Phalaenopsis
Species	Hybrid
Variety	Darwin
Origin	Southeast Asia
Blooming	Winter to Spring, can rebloom with proper care
Leaf Color	Deep glossy green
Sunlight	Shade / Half-shade
Category	Indoor plants
Pet Friendly	close No

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Care & Maintenance

terrain

Soil

Coarse orchid bark mix or Sphagnum moss for high aeration and drainage

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Watering

Soak media thoroughly when dry, ensure good drainage. Reduce frequency during dormancy in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only; direct sun will scorch leaves, use sheer curtains in summer

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Fertilization

Apply diluted orchid fertilizer weekly at 1/4 strength during active growth phase (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Cut spent flower spikes to the base or just above a node depending on spike health

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

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

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months

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Feb

Mar

Apr

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

61° – 84°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

40% – 75%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

800 – 12000

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Light (PAR)

5 – 30

mmol/m²/s

Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity

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Soil Moisture

30% – 65%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

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Soil EC

300 – 1200

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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