moth orchid
Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi
USDA zones10 to 12
SunNeeds partial sun (4 to 6 hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
Garden uses
Notes
Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi) is a houseplant for containers. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 10 and warmer, down to about 30°F (-1°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes part sun and average moisture. The flowers are fragrant, and the leaves stay evergreen. Blooms can appear in any season, so you may enjoy flowers all year.
Pairs well with Stromanthe, Global Green pothos, and Swedish ivy.