Phalaenopsis Orchid Spider – Orange
Plant description
The Colibr Orchids “Spider” is a Phalaenopsis orchid with fine, star-shaped blooms and a distinctive speckled pattern. Delivered at an approximate height of 38 cm in a compact Ø9 cm pot, it’s a practical choice for smaller surfaces such as a windowsill, shelf, bedside table, or desk. The plant is supplied in a decorative pot cover (Spider potmate) designed to sit neatly over the nursery pot.
In the image, the plant shows two upright flower spikes supported by slim stakes for stability, with broad, healthy green leaves at the base. The flowers are small and airy in appearance, creating a lighter look than classic large-flowered Phalaenopsis—ideal when you want an orchid that feels detailed and graphic rather than heavy.
As with all living orchids, the exact colour tone and flower pattern can vary slightly from plant to plant. This natural variation is part of what makes each orchid individual while keeping the overall look consistent.
Plant care
- Light requirements: Bright, indirect light. A light room is ideal; avoid strong direct midday sun that can scorch leaves.
- Watering routine: About once a week, immerse the inner nursery pot in water for a short soak, then let it drain thoroughly before placing it back in the pot cover. Reduce slightly in darker winter months.
- Humidity preferences: Moderate humidity (typical indoor levels). Keep away from very dry air from radiators; occasional light misting around (not into) the flowers can help in winter.
- Temperature range: Comfortable indoor temperatures, ideally 18–24°C. Avoid cold drafts and heat sources.
Growth and characteristics
- Plant species: Phalaenopsis (spider-flowered type)
- Approx. size at delivery: 38 cm tall, pot size Ø9 cm
- Leaf / flower type: Thick, glossy green leaves with slender flowering stems and patterned, star-like blooms
- Growth speed: Slow to moderate; blooms typically last several weeks with stable light and watering
Placement in the home
Place the orchid where you spend time and can enjoy the bloom detail up close—on a hallway console, a coffee table, a kitchen shelf, or a home office. A position near an east- or north-facing window is often ideal. If placed in a south-facing room, move it a little back from the glass or filter the light with a sheer curtain.
Care tips
Let excess water drain completely—orchids dislike “wet feet,” especially when kept inside a pot cover. Wipe dust from the leaves with a soft, damp cloth to support photosynthesis. If the flower spikes finish, keep the plant: with steady care, Phalaenopsis orchids often rebloom.
Shipping
This plant is shipped directly from a Netherlands grower to ensure freshness and plant health during transport.
Plant information
- Plant type: Live indoor orchid
- Species / variety: Colibr Orchids Phalaenopsis “Spider”
- Approx. size at delivery: 38 cm
- Pot included: Yes, delivered in a Ø9 cm nursery pot with decorative pot cover






