They like dirt that lets moisture escape, you probably noticed that its not in dirt but some mix of bark/perlite. Their roots are prone to rot, so it’s important to use something that lets the water drain. You can buy a ready mix at most stores as orchid mix.
They like semi sunny places. They grow on trees in the wild so they are used to some shade.
You should probably repot it, make sure you get a pot that has drainage holes and is a bit bigger than what you have now. I like to go with one that is a cm or 2 bigger than the radius of the previous one.
With time, their flowers die, thats normal, just cut off the stem when all the flowers fall off. Whenever that happens, it usually means the plant will grow new leaves, and when it stops growing new leaves, it means that a new stem is about to show.
Basically, make sure its not too wet and that it has space to grow.
JustMortalSoul
Very pretty
Ok-Literature9162
R/orchids has a link to their recommendations for phalaenopsis care. Orchids purchased at big box stores are often in need of repotting. Not something you want to do while it’s blooming, if it looks good otherwise, but something to prep for in the not too far off future.
midnight-musings-
Seconding /r/orchids. The advice in the subreddit has led me to be able to get several orchids to rebloom. Another good source is OrchidGirl on YouTube. I’ve followed her advice on repotting with good results.
Whatever you do, don’t get water in the leaves. That leads to a condition called crown rot, and orchids don’t recover from that. Watering using ice cubes is right out. They are tropical arborial plants.
Since it’s a phal, did it come in a clear plastic pot? If so, you’ll have a good gauge on when to water. Only water when the roots turn silver. Bright green roots means it doesn’t need to be watered. Water from the bottom, not from the top. Meaning soak the root ball of the plant, pot and all, in a bowl of room temperature water ( I get the cheapest spring water from the grocery store) for 15 minutes or so. I let mine drain in the dish drainer. I only water every couple of weeks, but it depends on how dry your climate is.
Sunlight- mine are in a north-facing window. It really depends on what your climate is like. Phals can get sunburn pretty badly in full all day sun.
suesewsquilts
Go watch missorchidgirl on YouTube. Lots of good information, even for beginners!
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They like dirt that lets moisture escape, you probably noticed that its not in dirt but some mix of bark/perlite. Their roots are prone to rot, so it’s important to use something that lets the water drain. You can buy a ready mix at most stores as orchid mix.
They like semi sunny places. They grow on trees in the wild so they are used to some shade.
You should probably repot it, make sure you get a pot that has drainage holes and is a bit bigger than what you have now. I like to go with one that is a cm or 2 bigger than the radius of the previous one.
With time, their flowers die, thats normal, just cut off the stem when all the flowers fall off. Whenever that happens, it usually means the plant will grow new leaves, and when it stops growing new leaves, it means that a new stem is about to show.
Basically, make sure its not too wet and that it has space to grow.
Very pretty
R/orchids has a link to their recommendations for phalaenopsis care. Orchids purchased at big box stores are often in need of repotting. Not something you want to do while it’s blooming, if it looks good otherwise, but something to prep for in the not too far off future.
Seconding /r/orchids. The advice in the subreddit has led me to be able to get several orchids to rebloom. Another good source is OrchidGirl on YouTube. I’ve followed her advice on repotting with good results.
Whatever you do, don’t get water in the leaves. That leads to a condition called crown rot, and orchids don’t recover from that. Watering using ice cubes is right out. They are tropical arborial plants.
Since it’s a phal, did it come in a clear plastic pot? If so, you’ll have a good gauge on when to water. Only water when the roots turn silver. Bright green roots means it doesn’t need to be watered. Water from the bottom, not from the top. Meaning soak the root ball of the plant, pot and all, in a bowl of room temperature water ( I get the cheapest spring water from the grocery store) for 15 minutes or so. I let mine drain in the dish drainer. I only water every couple of weeks, but it depends on how dry your climate is.
Sunlight- mine are in a north-facing window. It really depends on what your climate is like. Phals can get sunburn pretty badly in full all day sun.
Go watch missorchidgirl on YouTube. Lots of good information, even for beginners!
No idea on care but that is really pretty