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Phalaenopsis Orchid

Phalaenopsis amabilis

Perennial

Popular

Orchid Family

Elegant moth orchids with long-lasting blooms on arching stems. Most popular orchid for arrangements and gifts. Sophisticated appearance. Multiple flowers per stem lasting weeks.

Bloom Season

Year-round

Habitat

Tropical

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Perfect For

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Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 14 to 28 days

when properly cared for

Mist lightly daily but never let water sit in the crown

Keep at consistent room temperature - avoid drafts

Flowers will last longest in humid environments

Minimal stem cutting needed - just refresh the cut end

Extremely long-lasting - 14-21+ days

Mist lightly daily

Keep at room temperature

Avoid direct sunlight

Fragrance Profile

Mild

Some varieties have a light, sweet scent; many are unscented

Fun Facts

Phalaenopsis means "moth-like" in Greek, referring to the flower shape

A single orchid plant can live for over 100 years with proper care

Orchid seeds are the smallest of any flowering plant - over 1 million per pod

Phalaenopsis are the easiest orchids to grow, making them perfect for beginners

Origin & History

Native to Southeast Asia & Australia

Phalaenopsis orchids are native to tropical Southeast Asia, the Philippines, and northern Australia. Dutch naturalist Carl Ludwig Blume named them in 1825 after seeing them and thinking they resembled moths in flight. They became the world's most popular potted orchid due to their ease of care.