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.

L375 Orchid Plant-S Phal Golden Peoker X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 8:32:08 PDT

L369 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis DTPS Taida Pearl X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 9:26:28 PDT

10-Pack Plant-S Phalaenopsis Orchid Plant SPECIAL OFFER
US $24.95 (0 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:15:07 PDT

Orchid flask species: Phalaenopsis corningiana
US $30.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:32:04 PDT

Orchid flask: Phal. amboinensis X Phal. cornu-cervi RED
US $30.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:32:07 PDT

Orchid flask: Phal. bellina X Phal. amboinensis white
US $30.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:32:09 PDT

Orchid flask: Phal. micholitzii X Phal. tetraspis
US $30.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:32:10 PDT

Orchid flask: Phal. venosa X Phal. cornu-cervi RED
US $30.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:32:13 PDT

Orchid flask: Phal. venosa X Phal. hieroglyphica
US $30.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:32:15 PDT

Orchid flask: Phal. venosa X Phal. mariae
US $30.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:32:17 PDT

L260 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Taipei Gold X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 13:58:05 PDT

L624 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Ruey Lin Stripe X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 14:52:25 PDT

FLASK PHAL ORCHID NOVELTY CROSSES - LIST TO CHOOSE!!!!!
US $35.00
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 18:10:01 PDT

Phalaenopsis lindenii
US $15.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 18:48:39 PDT

L533 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Salu Spot X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 19:24:01 PDT

Doritis pulcherrima alba Species Orchid Plant *#
US $7.45 (2 Bids)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 20:07:29 PDT

Epidendrum Magnoliae (Green Fly Orchid) RARE plant !
US $9.99 (1 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 21:38:15 PDT

Epidendrum Conopseum (Green Fly Orchid) RARE plant !
US $9.99 (1 Bid)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 21:39:03 PDT

Vanda Coerulea (Blue Orchid) RARE orchid plant !!!
US $10.50 (4 Bids)
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 21:39:58 PDT

L375 Orchid Plant-S Phal Golden Peoker X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 9:07:28 PDT

L369 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis DTPS Taida Pearl X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 10:01:47 PDT

Phal. aphrodite Phalaenopsis Species Orchid
US $15.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 10:50:57 PDT

10-Pack Plant-S Phalaenopsis Orchid Plant SPECIAL OFFER
US $24.95 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 11:50:26 PDT

Phal Phalaenopsis (Golden Pride x corningiana) in spike
US $50.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 12:48:43 PDT

L260 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Taipei Gold X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 14:33:24 PDT

L624 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Ruey Lin Stripe X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 15:27:43 PDT

Phal. Mini Mark (philippinense x Micro Nova) 'Holm'
US $20.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 18:28:37 PDT

L533 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Salu Spot X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Saturday Jul-31-2010 19:59:20 PDT

Phal Gigantea Cross Rare Orchid Plant
US $9.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 8:55:36 PDT

Phalaenopsis Bellina Bloom Size Orchid Plant
US $15.50 (5 Bids)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 9:38:08 PDT

Phal Mannii v aurea Bloom Size Species Orchid Plant
US $5.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 10:47:28 PDT

L606 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Tien Nong Stripe X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 11:19:09 PDT

L539 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis DTPS Sogo manager X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 12:04:21 PDT

Dtps. Nobby's Little Candy "Nobby"! Miniature! IN BUDS
US $7.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 12:26:01 PDT

Phal. violacea v. coerulea-Nice Blue! IN BLOOM! Superb
US $9.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 12:40:01 PDT

Coelogyne usitana! Sought After Species! IN BLOOM/BUD!
US $25.50 (12 Bids)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 13:06:01 PDT

L573 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Big Rose X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 14:19:57 PDT

Bulb. medusae! Well-Know Collector's Species! BloomSize
US $15.49 (2 Bids)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 15:45:01 PDT

L480 Orchid Plant-S Phalaenopsis Salu's Fragrancy X
US $3.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 15:50:21 PDT

Angraecum magdalenae *2 PLANTS* SPECIES Orchid Plant
US $14.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 18:10:10 PDT

New Zealand Sphagnum Moss Orchid Potting Media
US $5.99
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 20:11:36 PDT

Pack of 25 Butterfly orchid Spike Stem Clips Supplies
US $7.19
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 20:18:05 PDT

Phalaenopsis Gigantea, RARE Borneo orchid! Grows HUGE!
US $6.99 (1 Bid)
End Date: Sunday Aug-01-2010 20:34:53 PDT

PHAL MACASSAR FRAGRANT PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID
US $20.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Aug-02-2010 8:13:27 PDT

PHAL MACASSAR FRAGRANT PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Aug-02-2010 8:13:59 PDT

PHAL MACASSAR FRAGRANT PHALAENOPSIS ORCHID
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Aug-02-2010 8:18:43 PDT

Miniature Phalaenopsis Ama Tris Orchid BS Cute Mini
US $5.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Aug-02-2010 12:21:18 PDT

Miniature Phalaenopsis Zumas Pixie Orchid Mini BS
US $7.00 (4 Bids)
End Date: Monday Aug-02-2010 12:22:31 PDT

Phal Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana var. pulchra orchid
US $30.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Aug-02-2010 12:39:29 PDT

ORCHID PLANT - Phalaenopsis Samera In Bloom
US $15.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Monday Aug-02-2010 16:05:22 PDT

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