Phalaenopsis pallens is a medium-sized, compact orchid species endemic to the Philippines, typically found in lowland forests at elevations up to 300 meters. It features leathery, light green leaves that can grow up to 12 inches long, forming a neat and symmetrical rosette. The species is known for its soft, creamy yellow flowers with subtle reddish or purplish markings, and a small contrasting lip that adds delicate charm. Blooming on short, arching spikes, the flowers are lightly fragrant and can appear sequentially, often lasting several weeks. Preferring warm temperatures, high humidity, and moderate shade, Phal. pallens is well-suited for tropical collections and is prized for its understated beauty and Philippine origin.
Culture and Care Information
*Cultural and care information is based on average Phalaenopsis subg-Polychilos hybrids, use it as guide and should be adapted to suit your environment. Important to understand if your hybrid has subg-phalaenopsis genetics and adjust as needed.
🌡 Temp: Intermediate-Warm to Warm/Hot (20-32°C day - 18-24°C night) 18-25°C is acceptable range for most indoor growing, especially hybrids, with 4-6°C difference day/night. Warm to hot temperature helps induces spike (flowering)
💧 Water: For Polychilos - Wet to almost dry cycles, complete dryout occasionally but not necessary especially in vegetative (growing) stage or warm to hot temp. When dry, soak with room temp or warm water until fully saturated for 2-24hours. Repeat when dry (winter) or approaching dry (summer/warm)
When roots are abundance can stay more moist. Reverse Osmosis / Distilled or Rain water is best. DO NOT use ice cubes.
If hybridized with subg-Phalaenopsis - Give complete dryout or root may rot, depending on the % of polychilos-phalaenopsis genetics. Safer to allow dryouts.
☁️Humidity: 30%+min for hybrids (40-60% optimal)
💡 Light: Bright indirect (East Morning or Sunset Light direct, Mid-summer day indirect) year round. Artificial supplementary light recommended in winter or low light homes. 10-12 hour light period to induce continuous flowering.
🌰Media: Our preference is top 3" Sphagnum Moss & Leca bottom combo. Moss/Bark mix also works, prefer slightly higher water retentive media than regular Phalaenopsis as they like to stay slightly moist.
🧪: Fertilize: When it's actively growing in vegetative stage - typically when a top leaf emerges and growing. We recommend MSU & Marphyll rotation in low dosage every other watering and allow water flushing in between.
✨ Tip:See our guide to polychilos phalaenopsis here.
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