moth orchid
Phalaenopsis violacea
USDA zones10 to 12
SunNeeds partial sun (4 to 6 hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
Garden uses
Notes
Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis violacea) 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 again in summer. The leaves stay green all year.
Pairs well with N'Joy pothos, Stromanthe, and Swedish ivy.