What colors and types are there?
Already in the 19th In the 19th century, the Phalaenopsis was bred and the first hybrids emerged. The Doritaenopsis is also a cross between Phalaenopsis and the closely related Doritis. The aim was to combine the best properties of these genres. The result is an orchid with mostly small, but long-lasting flowers and a compact growth. You can find very interesting miniature orchids here.
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The color palette of the Phalaenopsis has become very diverse, it ranges from pure white to pink, pink, yellow and red tones to purple. Even almost black flowers are possible. the care individual varieties hardly differ. One Multiplication of these orchids is not possible for laypeople through seeds. Should be on the plant Kindel however, you are welcome to try the cultivation.
Interesting variants of the Phalaenopsis:
- Doritaenopsis "Little Black Pearl": miniature orchid, flowers approx. 3 cm tall, deep purple, almost black
- Doritaenopsis Purple Gem "Aida": miniature orchid, blue flowers with approx. 3 cm in diameter
- Doritaenopsis Tess: miniature orchid, small flowers (approx. 2 to 3 cm), pale yellow with pink
- Phalaenopsis "Andorra": flowers approx. 6 to 8 cm tall, white with many small purple dots
- Phalaenopsis "Ewelina": flowers approx. 6 to 8 cm tall, patterned in various shades of pink and pink
- Pahaenopsis "Horizon": flowers approx. 6 to 8 cm tall, mottled yellow and apricot
- Phalaenopsis Las Vegas "Bronze": medium-sized gold-colored flowers
- Phalaenopsis Sogo "Anna": small but very showy flowers, yellow with pink
- Pahaenopsis Sogo "Tris": small flowers, white with just a little pink
- Pahalenopsis Taida "Salu": very finely drawn flowers, carmine red with white speckles
Tips
Would you like a specially colored Phalaenopsis that healthy and lasts a long time, the best thing to do is to buy from a special nursery that specializes in orchids. As a rule, you will receive good advice here.
