Orchid, Moth Orchid, Phalaenopsis Green Mist
Phalaenopsis

Family: Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Phalaenopsis (fay-lay-NOP-sis)
Additional cultivar information: (Phal Allspice x Phal Misty Green)
Hybridized by Universal 1984

Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes

Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings

Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Grown for foliage

Foliage Color

Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall

Other details

Soil pH requirements
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost

Seed Collecting