Phalaenopsis Orchid Amabilis – White
Plant description
The Hummingbird Orchids White Phalaenopsis ‘Amabilis’ is a flowering indoor orchid delivered in a green Painted Stripe decorative pot (pot size Ø9 cm). The plant has clean, white blooms with a soft yellow centre and a compact silhouette that suits Scandinavian interiors. At delivery it is approximately 35 cm tall and typically carries 2–3 sturdy flower spikes depending on current availability. As with all living plants, the number of open flowers and buds may vary slightly.
Phalaenopsis orchids are valued for their long-lasting flowering and calm look. This variety’s rounded petals and arching stems create a light, balanced presence on a windowsill, shelf, or dining table without taking up much space. The striped pot adds a structured, graphic detail in a muted green that works well with natural wood, stoneware, and neutral textiles.
Plant care
- Light requirements: Bright, indirect light. A few hours of gentle morning or evening sun is fine; avoid strong midday sun behind glass.
- Watering routine: Water sparingly when the bark/medium feels almost dry and the roots look silvery. Typically every 7–10 days, less in winter. Avoid leaving water in the decorative pot.
- Humidity preferences: Moderate humidity (around 40–60%). Bathrooms with daylight or kitchens can be suitable; keep away from hot radiators.
- Temperature range: Best at typical indoor temperatures 18–26°C. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C.
Growth and characteristics
- Plant species: Phalaenopsis orchid (commonly known as moth orchid), variety ‘Amabilis’
- Approximate size at delivery: About 35 cm tall, in a Ø9 cm pot
- Flowers: Large white blooms with a pale yellow centre; buds open gradually along the spikes
- Growth habit: Compact, upright leaves with arching flowering stems; slow to moderate growth
Placement in the home
Place your Phalaenopsis orchid where it gets stable light and temperature: a bright living room sideboard, a kitchen window with filtered light, or a bedroom dresser away from drafts. If positioned on a windowsill, an east- or north-facing window is often ideal. In very sunny rooms, set it slightly back from the glass or use a sheer curtain to protect the flowers and leaves.
Care tips
For a reliable routine, water from the top until the growing medium is evenly moist, then let it drain fully before returning it to the decorative pot. If you prefer, you can soak the inner pot for 10 minutes and drain well. Keep water out of the leaf crown to reduce the risk of rot. After flowering, you can encourage re-blooming by cutting the flower spike above a node (if it is still green) or down to the base (if it has turned brown). A light orchid fertiliser every 2–4 weeks during active growth supports new buds.
Shipping
This plant is shipped directly from a Netherlands grower to ensure freshness and plant health during transport.
Plant information
- Plant type: Flowering houseplant
- Species / variety: Phalaenopsis ‘Amabilis’
- Pot: Painted Stripe decorative pot, green/white stripe pattern, Ø9 cm
- Note: Delivered with 2–3 flower spikes depending on availability; natural variation in buds and blooms is expected