Phalaenopsis
- A popular species of #orchid, sometimes called the "moth orchid".
- Can be grown under fluorescent lights
- Grow in bright shade.
- Need warm temperature
- Should be repotted every 2-3 years.
- Popular species for beginners because they can be crossbred with closely related species to create hybrids that are very durable and forgiving of mistakes.
Some popular hybrids:
Arachnopsis
Arachnis x Phalaenopsis, abbreviated Arnps.
Beardara
Ascocentrum x Doritis x Phalaenopsis, abbreviated Bdra.
Doritaenopsis
Doritis x Phalaenopsis, abbreviated Dtps.
Moirara
Phalaenopsis x Renanthera x Vanda, abbreviated Moir.
Renanthopsis
Phalaenopsis x Renanthera, abbreviated Rnthps.
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