Tender Yellow Green Phalaenopsis

Moth Orchid

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Elegant epiphytic orchid with thick fleshy leaves and resplendent blooms, requiring bright indirect light and high humidity.
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Plant Details

Common Name Moth Orchid
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Phalaenopsis
Species Amabilis
Variety Yellow Green Hybrid
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Spring to Summer, can rebloom with care
Leaf Color Dark green with yellow-green tints
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Coarse bark mix with perlite and sphagnum moss for drainage

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Watering

Soak roots once a week, allow to dry slightly between waterings; drop watering in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only; direct sun scorches leaves rapidly

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Fertilization

Weak orchid fertilizer solution weekly during active growth (April-Sept)

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Pruning

Cut spent flower spikes above the first node to encourage reblooming

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 4 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
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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)
1500 – 6000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
40 – 120
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 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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