The House of Orchids

Jul 07 2008

Phalaenopsis Orchids

Posted by: admin in Orchids, Phalaenopsis Orchids

The Phalaenopsis (moth orchids) from east Asia and the western Pacific get their name from “phalaina; moth” and “opsis; appearance.” Most are slow growing, monopodial, epiphytic orchids with dark, glossy-green or bluish mottled leathery leaves. There are about thirty-five species and hundreds of hybrids.Phalaenopsis have been hybridized since 1887, not only within the genus, but also with other closely related genera such as Doritis, Renanthera, Rhynchostylis, and Vanda. The long lasting flowers of Phalaenopsis orchids come in shades of white, cream, pink, and lavender. The hybrids usually have larger flowers than the species. After blooming, if the stem is cut off just under the first flower, the stem may branch and produce more flower buds. Individual plants can have fifty to seventy-five individual flowers in a year. Plants started from seed often are ready to flower in two years.

Phalaenopsis have long roots and do not like to be disturbed. When growing them in clay pots, it is sometimes possible to transfer the plant in its pot into a larger pot Phalaenopsis are ideal for growing indoors. They prefer warm temperatures (65°F nights and 75°F to 80°F days) and shaded light. Watch out for sunburn. To avoid rot, hang or tip the plants so water does not collect between the leaves.

L260 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Taipei Gold X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 13:00:12 PDT

Orchid flask Den phalaenopsis 'Shawn' x self
US $11.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 13:46:22 PDT

L624 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Ruey Lin Stripe X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 13:54:28 PDT

FRAGRANT VIOLACEA VAR COERULEA PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 15:43:51 PDT

FRAGRANT VIOLACEA VAR COERULEA PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 15:45:35 PDT

FRAGRANT VIOLACEA VAR COERULEA PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 15:51:48 PDT

Phal Ho's Michogeorge 'Joy'
US $15.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 16:40:01 PDT

Phal coerulea Orchidview bellina X Blue violacea SPIKE!
US $26.59 (4 Bids)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 16:52:45 PDT

Phal. Connie Moody - miniature -mottled foliage!!
US $18.95 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 17:00:49 PDT

Phal equestris X Fantasy Musik aurea in BUD, SPIKE! WOW
US $10.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 17:07:12 PDT

Phalaenopsis Mini Mark, miniature Orchid blooming size
US $20.00
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 17:22:03 PDT

RARE PHAL VIRIDIS FRAGRANT SPECIES PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 17:36:24 PDT

L533 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Salu Spot X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 18:26:02 PDT

Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi Red
US $27.50 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 18:32:05 PDT

Phalaenopsis bastianii Species Orchid Plant #
US $7.45 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 18:45:14 PDT

Orchid Plant B. cordata 3 spikes in flower
US $24.95
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 19:20:34 PDT

Phalaenopsis Gigantea, RARE Borneo orchid! Grows HUGE!
US $34.99
End Date: Sunday Sep-05-2010 22:13:49 PDT

L606 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Tien Nong Stripe X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 7:27:24 PDT

L539 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis DTPS Sogo manager X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 8:21:43 PDT

L573 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Big Rose X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 11:04:41 PDT

1 MYSTERY Phalaenopsis PLANT GREAT SPECIAL DEAL NR
US $0.01 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 11:53:15 PDT

L480 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Salu's Fragrancy X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 12:53:19 PDT

Miniature Phalaenopsis Ama Tris Orchid BS Cute Mini
US $5.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 13:03:59 PDT

Phalaenopsis Venus equestris Mini Pink Orchid Plant
US $10.00
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 20:28:31 PDT

Orchid - Real Fresh Flower Specimen Sphere Dome -8 cm
US $33.00
End Date: Monday Sep-06-2010 20:38:59 PDT

HANDMADE ARTIFICIAL PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID MAGNET - FM42
US $2.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 5:55:32 PDT

Phal Fortune Saltzman 'Maple Bridge' AM/TOA
US $10.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 13:06:30 PDT

L606 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Tien Nong Stripe X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 13:38:03 PDT

L539 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis DTPS Sogo manager X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 14:12:05 PDT

L573 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Big Rose X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 15:54:11 PDT

A wonderful Phal. Mini Mark (philippinense x Micro Nova
US $30.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 16:43:05 PDT

L480 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Salu's Fragrancy X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 17:02:12 PDT

ORCHID PLANT - Phalaenopsis equestris coerulea In Spike
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 18:30:34 PDT

Phalaenopsis hainanensis
US $35.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 18:47:36 PDT

Phal deliciosa Kingidium Rare Mini Orchid Species Plant
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 20:18:04 PDT

Large Phalaenopsis Yu Pin "Panda" 2 spikes
US $21.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 21:11:10 PDT

Phalaenopsis cornucervi orchids specie
US $0.99 (1 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 9:58:17 PDT

Orchid plant,Phalaenopsis cornucervi var. sanguinae
US $17.99
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 10:48:01 PDT

Orchid plant,Phalaenopsis amboinensis white
US $17.99
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 10:48:02 PDT

Doritis pulcherrima v. chumpornensis RARE orchid plant
US $3.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 13:06:47 PDT

L617 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Ching Ruey's Tiger X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 13:11:25 PDT

WATER ILLUSION 19 ORCHID PLANT ROCK GARDEN VALERIE HILL
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 13:19:10 PDT

Phal. aphrodite X stuartiana, Phalaenopsis Orchid seed
US $5.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 13:53:45 PDT

Cochleanthes amazonica species orchid nr blooming size
US $12.99
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 14:34:42 PDT

L398 Orchid Plant-S Phal I-Hsin Sunflower 'ST-1057' X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 17:42:59 PDT

PHALAENOPSIS Equalacea Keiki - Tiny Lavendar Speckled
US $2.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 18:21:52 PDT

PHALAENOPSIS Equalacea Keiki - Tiny Lavendar Speckled
US $2.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 18:21:59 PDT

PHALAENOPSIS Equalacea Keiki - Tiny Lavendar Speckled
US $2.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 18:22:05 PDT

PHALAENOPSIS Equalacea Keiki - Tiny Lavendar Speckled
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 18:22:22 PDT

PHALAENOPSIS Equalacea Keiki - Tiny Lavendar Speckled
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 18:22:27 PDT

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