🌸 Moon Orchid (Phalaenopsis amabilis) – Elegant, Long-Lasting Blooms
Description
Bring timeless beauty into your home with the Moon Orchid, also known as Phalaenopsis amabilis or Moth Orchid. Known for its graceful, arching stems and large, flat blooms, this tropical orchid produces flowers that can last for weeks—sometimes months—on a single spike. The delicate, butterfly-like petals come in shades of pure white, soft pink, or speckled patterns, adding a touch of luxury to any setting.
Native to Southeast Asia and northern Australia, the Moon Orchid is an epiphyte, naturally growing on trees where its roots are exposed to air. Its long, coarse roots and broad, leathery leaves make it just as striking without blooms. Perfect for beginners and collectors alike, this orchid is one of the easiest to care for and re-bloom indoors.
USDA Growing Zones
Growing Tips
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Light: Bright, indirect light is best—avoid direct midday sun.
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Water: Water thoroughly when the potting medium is almost dry. Typically every 7–10 days.
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Humidity: Prefers 50–70% humidity; use a humidity tray or room humidifier in dry climates.
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Temperature: Ideal range is 65–80°F during the day, with a slight nighttime drop. Avoid cold drafts.
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Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth; reduce in winter.
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Repotting: Every 1–2 years, using fresh orchid bark mix after blooms fade.
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Rebloom Tip: After flowering, cut the spike just above a node to encourage side shoots.
Why You’ll Love the Moon Orchid
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Long-lasting blooms for months of enjoyment
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Low-maintenance and forgiving for new orchid growers
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Elegant décor piece for homes, offices, and events
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Symbolizes beauty, love, and refinement—perfect as a gift
What to Expect When Ordering Live Plants
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Plants are carefully packaged to protect roots, leaves, and blooms during transit.
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Minor leaf blemishes or slight soil displacement can occur during shipping—this will not affect plant health.
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Depending on season and bloom cycle, your plant may arrive in bud, in bloom, or between blooming periods.
