Often called the beginner orchid or ‘moth orchid’, the popular pet-friendly Phalaenopsis orchid is one of the easiest varieties of orchids to grow as a houseplant.

If you're looking for "insider information" on intermediate or advanced Phalaenopsis care (how to grow species, and those summer/warm blooming fragrant phals) you've found the right place. I've also included visual guide to spiking and blooming phalaenopsis orchids by subgenus and section

About this item Flower Shape: The flowers of the Naked Man Orchid have a very distinctive shape that, with some imagination, can resemble a small naked man. The central part of the flower resembles a "body" with "arms" outstretched on either side. These arms are actually the petals, while the upper part of the flower forms a "head." The coloration can vary but is usually a pale pink to reddish-brown. Growth Habit: The Naked Man Orchid grows from a rosette of lance-shaped leaves. The flower…

Phalaenopsis orchids (Phalaenopsis spp.), also called moth orchids, are thick-leaved, long-blooming orchids. Here's how to care for them indoors.

Phalaenopsis hybrid (Moth orchid) This year had an abundance of flowers ,which lasted for about 3 months (first bloom to the last ).

The Phalaenopsis orchid is a slender plant with shining leaves, whose flowers emerge charmingly from the top of long stems. Also known as the moth orchid, this may be the prettiest species in your plant collection. Read all about the Phalaenopsis orchid in this article!