Moth orchids, Phalaenopsis, are epiphytic plants meaning that in the wild they grow on the surface of other plants, rather than in the soil. They bear delightful, pink, white or purple flowers. Phalaenopsis should be grown in a special bark medium rather than compost, and require a humid atmosphere and bright, filtered light to thrive. For best results, grow them in light, humid kitchens and bathrooms.
Phalaenopsis 'Baldan's Kaleidoscope' is an extremely floriferous moth orchid, bearing masses of yellow, pink-candy striped flowers with a big red lip. Water freely, misting every day to encourage humidity and feed once a month from spring to autumn. Stop watering in winter and keep the foliage dry.
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Phalaenopsis ‘Baldan's kaleidoscope’ and wildlife
Phalaenopsis ‘Baldan's kaleidoscope’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Phalaenopsis ‘Baldan's kaleidoscope’ poisonous?
Phalaenopsis ‘Baldan's kaleidoscope’ has no toxic effects reported.
