{"product_id":"phalaenopsis-wild-white-moth-orchid","title":"Phalaenopsis - Wild White Moth Orchid","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA compact and elegant orchid with pristine white blooms, this \u003ci\u003ePhalaenopsis\u003c\/i\u003e from the Cloud Series offers long-lasting flowers on multiple slender stems. Bred for beauty and ease, it’s ideal for windowsills, shelves, and gifting – bringing calm, understated charm to any indoor space. Despite its delicate look, this orchid is surprisingly low-maintenance and known for its ability to rebloom year after year with the right care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003ePhalaenopsis\u003c\/i\u003e (moth-like appearance)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFirst described by Carl Ludwig Blume in 1825, \u003ci\u003ePhalaenopsis\u003c\/i\u003e orchids are named after the Greek \u003ci\u003ephalaina\u003c\/i\u003e (moth) and \u003ci\u003eopsis\u003c\/i\u003e (appearance), for their resemblance to fluttering moths. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMoth Orchid, Wild Orchid, Cloud Orchid, White Butterfly Orchid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin, be specific and include countries or geographical areas\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCultivated hybrid, with parent species native to Southeast Asia – including the Philippines, Taiwan, and parts of Indonesia and Australia. This variety was commercially grown in the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sun, especially in summer, to prevent leaf scorch. An east-facing windowsill is perfect. If leaves are dark green, the plant may need more light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater when the visible roots turn silvery or the pot feels very light – usually every 7–10 days. Always let excess water drain completely; never let the plant sit in water. In winter, water less frequently (every 10–14 days) depending on light and temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%). Mist occasionally or place on a humidity tray if your home is very dry, especially in winter. Avoid misting the flowers directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse an orchid-specific bark mix that allows excellent airflow and drainage. Avoid regular compost. These orchids are often sold in clear nursery pots so their roots can breathe and photosynthesise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed with a balanced orchid fertiliser every 2–3 weeks during the growing season (spring to early autumn). Reduce feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemp\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in 18–25°C. Protect from temperatures below 15°C and avoid cold draughts. Sudden drops in temperature can cause buds to fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes – \u003ci\u003ePhalaenopsis\u003c\/i\u003e orchids are non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOnce the flowers finish, you can trim the flower spike back to just above a visible node (a\u003cbr\u003esmall bump on the stem). This may encourage the orchid to produce a new spike from that point. Alternatively, remove the whole spike and allow the plant to rest and regrow from the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBecause the roots also photosynthesise, these orchids are often potted in clear plastic pots – don’t cover them completely in a dark cachepot for long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUnlike many other houseplants, \u003ci\u003ePhalaenopsis\u003c\/i\u003e orchids are epiphytes – in nature, they grow attached to trees rather than in soil. Their thick aerial roots absorb moisture and nutrients from rain and the surrounding air.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":57770466935165,"sku":"4837184779671","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/phalaenopsis-wild-white-moth-orchid-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-1846823.jpg?v=1770172374","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/phalaenopsis-wild-white-moth-orchid","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}