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Phalaenopsis Rio Grande

Rio Grande Phalaenopsis Orchid

Hybrid epiphytic orchid with vibrant blooms and thick fleshy leaves, ideal for bright indoor environments.

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Pot Size 3-4 in

Merchant	Pot Size	Availability	Price
	3-4 in	Out of Stock	$27.45	Buy

Pot Size 5-6 in

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

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Plant Details

Common Name	Rio Grande Phalaenopsis Orchid
Family	Orchidaceae
Genus	Phalaenopsis
Species	Hybrid
Variety	Rio Grande
Origin	Indonesia
Blooming	Spring to Summer, often reblooms with proper care
Leaf Color	Dark green
Sunlight	Half-shade
Category	Indoor plants
Pet Friendly	check Yes

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Sphagnum moss or coarse orchid bark mix, high drainage required

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Watering

Soak roots weekly in lukewarm water, allow surface to dry before next watering

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light, avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorching

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Fertilization

Apply diluted orchid fertilizer (1/4 strength) every 2 weeks during active growth phase

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Pruning

Cut spent flower spikes above the first node after blooming concludes

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale 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 2 months

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Nov

Dec

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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% – 75%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

1500 – 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

20% – 45%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

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Soil EC

300 – 1800

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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