Orchid, Moth Orchid, Phalaenopsis Montclair Princess

Phalaenopsis

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Phalaenopsis (fay-lay-NOP-sis)
Synonym
Doritaenopsis Montclair Princess
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Magenta (pink-purple)
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Villers-lès-Nancy, Lorraine

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
0
neutral
0
negative
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