moth orchid
Phalaenopsis stuartiana
USDA zones10 to 12
SunNeeds partial sun (4 to 6 hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
Garden uses
Notes
Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis stuartiana) 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 they open in spring and winter. The leaves stay evergreen, so the plant looks good all year.
Pairs well with Pearls and Jade pothos, Rojo Congo philodendron, and Weeping fig.