Origin

The first offspring of this rare color from the laboratory. This orchid is additionally mounted on an orchid block. It will therefore be delivered without a pot!

The Phalaenopsis honghenensis is native to southeast China, Thailand and Vietnam, where it grows at 2000 meters above sea level. The name refers to the place Honghe in Yunnan, China.

In nature, Phalaenopsis honghenensis usually grows against a tree on moss. This is a newly bred version that has a unique color in the flower.

Characteristics

This butterfly orchid usually does not have many leaves and is compact in size, with leaves about 5-7 centimeters in mature stage. The flowers are about 3 inches across. It is a spring bloomer, usually blooming at least once a year. A nice thing about this orchid is its fragrance, which can be described as sweet, but spicy and clove-like. In the afternoon, the fragrance is usually most present.

The flower color is white with a blue or purplish lip. Sometimes there are still light purplish-blue flecks in the other petals.

When the roots get a little older, one enthusiast (pumpkinbeth.com) describes them as "shoelaces" because of the white color and texture of the roots.

Care

This orchid can be kept either in a transparent pot or on a block. In winter, the minimum night temperature may be about 12 degrees Celsius. On the contrary, in summer it may be nice and warm with a maximum temperature of 30 degrees Celcius. The plant likes to stand in very high humidity of continuously around 75-85%. By ensuring good air movement and that the roots are slightly moist before watering, you will prevent rot and diseases in this special orchid. Spraying in the morning with room temperature rainwater is the best time.