phalaenopsis
sumatrana
sumatrana
Care level
Difficult
Each flower looks like it's been delicately painted with tiger-like stripes and spots in rich browns and purples on a creamy background. Unlike its larger cousins, this compact orchid produces multiple flower spikes throughout the year, with each bloom releasing a subtle sweet fragrance during the morning hours.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Warm (64.4°F - 86°F)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a Orchid bark mix: An airy, well-draining mix designed for maximum root aeration and moisture control.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
Features
Size & growth
Small
Upright
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach up to 12 inches in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The phalaenopsis sumatrana can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.