Phalaenopsis Morelia

Moth Orchid

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Epiphytic orchid with glossy leaves and long-lasting blooms. Thrives in high humidity with bright indirect light, popular for indoor cultivation.
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Plant Details

Common Name Moth Orchid
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Phalaenopsis
Species Hybrid
Variety Morelia
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Winter to Spring, often year-round indoors
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Coarse orchid bark mix with perlite and sphagnum moss for drainage and aeration

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Watering

Soak pot weekly, allow substrate to dry slightly between waterings. Maintain high air humidity via misting or pebble tray

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only; direct sun causes leaf scorch, reduce intensity in summer

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Fertilization

Apply diluted orchid fertilizer bi-weekly during active growth (spring/summer), reduce in winter

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Pruning

Cut flower spikes back above a node after blooming ends to encourage re-blooming

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
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
Dec
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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
50% – 80%
% 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)
8 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 45%
% 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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