What's up Flower Hobbyists... We are back with another orchid guide. Due to the increasing number of people reading about our "The Lovely Phalaenophy" Grow and Care guide, we decided to create this detailed guide. This article will help you successfully grow and take good care of another wonderful orchid. Yes! Phalaenopsis appendiculata is the scientific name for it. And it is also known as "The Phalaenopsis of the Small Appendage". Without further due let's dive into the guide!
Here are the topics we're going to discuss in this article.
- Whats is Phalaenopsis appendiculata and why it’s special ?
- Similar names in different regions.
- Subspecies and Variants.
- How to Identify it ?
- Where to Find ?
- What time of year do they bloom?
- Characteristics.
- Most Popular P. appendiculata Primary Hybrids.
- Discovered by.
- Grow and care of P. appendiculata orchid.
- Light condition.
- Temperature.
- Humidity.
- Substrate and growing media.
- Watering.
- Fertilizer.
- Pest Control.
- Rest period and repotting.
- P. appendiculata FAQ:
1. Why Phalaenopsis appendiculata is special ?
Phalaenopsis appendiculata produces small, beautiful white flowers with purple stripes. Specifically, This orchid's flowers are famous for the flower's column. They look like teeth or fangs. for this reason, It gives this orchid a funny appearance.
The most unique feature of this orchid is that it stays compact. Grows in the form of a bush and produces new flowers on the same flower branch. Furthermore, plants of this orchid variant flower faster. Therefore, You can successfully grow it in your bedroom. Additionally, They are also suitable for terrariums. And, You can use them as a hanging bouquet in the living room.
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| "The Phalaenopsis of the Small Appendage" (Phalaenopsis appendiculata) - mini phal - photo credit : oenomal |
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| Phalaenopsis appendiculata (second angle to show full flower shape) - photo credit : oenomal |
2. Similar Names of Phalaenopsis appendiculata.
often known as The Small Appendage Phalaenopsis. (refers to the longitudinal rows of teeth lateral to the 2 central calli on the lip)
3. Subspecies and Variants
There is no clear mention of subspecies and varieties identified under this species of orchid.
4. Identify P. appendiculata Orchid
Where to Find
Appendiculata Phalaenopsis is only found in peninsular Malaysia in the state of Pahang. It is an epiphyte growing on small branches and has very short stems. In addition, the leaves are oval or oblong-elliptical, pointed, or obscure. additionally, The Petioles have a stiff base. The leaves are 8 cm long.
These plants usually grow in forested lowlands. And on mossy tree branches near streams and rivers.
What time of year does this phalaenopsis bloom?
The Small Appendage Phalaenopsis orchid blooms in the spring.
Characteristics
- It is a mini-miniature-sized, hot to warm growing, epiphytic plant.
- It has small branches with a very short stem.
- The stem has 2 to 4, elliptic to oblong-elliptic, acute or obtuse leaves.
- The leaves are 8 cm long.
- The leaves have a petiolate clasping base.
- These orchids bloom on a short, few-flowered, suberect, racemose, 2″ (5 cm) long inflorescence with successive flowers occurring in the spring.
- The small flowers are 1 cm in diameter.
- They open and live for 8-10 days.
- The flower petals are rounded and have a delicate texture.
- The flakes of both whorls are white with purple spots.
- The white lip has bright-violet and light-yellow spots.
- Long white filaments develop from the top of the lip.
5. Most Popular P. appendiculata Primary Hybrids
- P. appendiculata x P. deliciosa – “Huang’s Apparel”
- P. appendiculata x P. lobbii – “Liu’s Appenlob “
- P. appendiculata x P. parishii – “Pom d’Api”
- P. appendiculata x P. lowii – “Pornwalee Jongdamkerng”
- P. appendiculata x P. pulcherrima – “San Shia Appendo”
- P. equestris x P. appendiculata – “Tassanee Jongdamkerng”
- P. finleyi x P. appendiculata – A hybrid name is not registered yet.
6. Discovered by
Phalaenopsis appendiculata orchid species was described by Carr in 1929
7. Grow and care Phalaenopsis appendiculata Orchid
Please keep in mind that this cultural knowledge is only intended to serve as a guide. therefore, you should customize them to your own requirements. Here you need to consider your geographical location, the time you can commit to maintaining the plants, and various other factors. Only then will you be able to decide which cultural methods are best for you and your plants.
Light conditions:
Lights condition is a critical factor. This orchid requires a light level of 8000-12000 lux. A low degree of light is recommended. because clear days are uncommon in a natural setting.
Temperature:
The average summer temperature is 31-32 ° C, with a nighttime temperature of 22-23 ° C, for a daily change of 9-10 ° C.
The days are cooler in winter, with an average temperature of 28-29 ° C during the day and 22 ° C at night, for a daily change of 7-8 ° C.
Humidity:
This plant requires humidity levels of more than 85% If possible. If you manage to maintain this humidity level, you will get a wonderful result.
Substrate and growing media:
The substrate must be a combination of 12-16 mm bark with moisture-retaining additives. additionally, sphagnum with perlite or charcoal is added to increase breathability.
Watering:
When it comes to orchids, water is one of the most important factors. plants should be kept moist at all times. Furthermore, It is best to use hot water with a temperature of around 21 ° C.
Fertilizer
During the growing season, it is recommended that 1/4-1/2 doses of orchid fertilizer be applied every week or every two weeks.
Pest Control
You must protect them from insects such as thrips, mites, aphids, and caterpillars. Also, You can control Spider mites with a weak soapy water solution. If you look for a commercial miticide, We can recommend Ascend or Omite.
Rest period and repotting
Although precipitation is the richest in winter. Therefore, increasing the amount of water during rest is not recommended. growth temperatures are likely to be lower. The best time to repot the plants is when they have finished flowering or when new roots begin to emerge.
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| Phalaenopsis appendiculata - photo credit : GregTJ |
8. P. appendiculata FAQ:
Currently there's no FAQ for P. appendiculata, This section is updated when people start asking for help.
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