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4.6 out of 5 (31 experiences)


About Bramble Orchid
Phalaenopsis orchids get their name from the Greek 'phalaina' meaning moth, as their flowers are thought to resemble moth or butterfly wings! 🦋 Once their flowers have blossomed, they will eventually die but the plant will live one and continue to produce new flower spikes throughout its life. Orchid flowers evolved to attract pollinators and ther unique shape helps keep insects safe while collecting and dispersing pollen! 🐝
Taxonomy
Phalaenopsis amabilis
Phalaenopsis
Orchidaceae
Asparagales
Also known as
Moon Orchid, Moon Orchid, Anggrek bulan, Moth Orchid and Phalaenopsis Orchid

How to care for Bramble Orchid
How often to water your Bramble Orchid

every 9
Bramble Orchid needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Moon Orchid in your home

a window
Bramble Orchid may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Bramble Orchid in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Bramble Orchid

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bramble Orchid after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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I haven’t been very active on here lately , life has gotten busy! But wanted to share my orchids first bloom after I trimmed back the stalk after the last set died off 😍😍 #OrchidLovers
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I repotted my orchids after the blooms fell off and honestly the placement isn’t as cute as the grocery store had them positioned- BUT I am feeling the green against the brown and gold! I never really cared for orchid leaves before only the blooms! But the leaves are actually very pretty and I’ve grown to have so much appreciation for the roots too 🥰🥰 Pros - the pot has drainage holes everywhere to allow the roots to breathe aswell as prefect drainage! Cons - I had to fill my tub in order to #ButtChug water her and had to use way to much orchid food to accommodate all the water that was used. And after she sat in it for 20 min I had to watch alll that water and orchid food go down the drain 😭😭 #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #PlantTherapy #OrchidLovers
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Orchid question: Should I repot? Hi! I have been given the responsibility of caring for a family orchid that’s a year old. Still in the pot it came in and the roots are surprisingly doing well enough that they have cracked the plastic pot open. I am inexperienced with orchids so wanted to hear any ideas on if I need to repot. If so, do I just stick to the orchid bark?
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Yellow orchid leaves Hi guys! This is my first orchid so I’m still figuring out how to care for it. I went on holiday and forgot to move it out the window and we’ve had a lot of heat! It’s leaves are yellow and it’s flowers all died (the yellowing is worse than the photo shows!). It seems fine and it’s had a good drink. Will it survive? Is there anything I can do about the yellow leaves? I thought I read somewhere that when the flowers die to cut the stem all the way to the base, is this true? Does it need a chop? Thank you 💚🌿 #OrchidLovers #Orchid #OrchidProblems #planthealth
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I would like to formally introduce Ophelia - the newest member of the “hope they don’t die gang”🥹🥰 and Zoya’s new obsession #OrchidLovers #PlantAddict #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #HappyPlants
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Orchid soil Hey guys! I’ve just bought these beautiful mini orchid but from the little I know about them I thought it’d be better in bark or a loose soil whereas the soil it’s currently in is very compacted and hard. Does it look like it’ll survive like this a while longer or will I need to repot it asap? Thank you!! Any orchid tips would be appreciated im new to these. #OrchidLovers #Orchid #OrchidProblems #PlantAddict #PlantMoms
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What is wrong with this orchid? The bottom leaves are leathery, wrinkled and turning yellow at the tips. I found it discarded and it was like that when I found it. The top leaves and new growth seems to be healthy. I thought it was over watered but i have not been watering it very much. It’s stuck in the pot so I couldn’t look at the roots but some of them were dried out.
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Ugh. I think this is the he beginning of the end for my beauty queen. I know they grow back but not sure if a flowerless orchid fits the aethstetic of my kitchen lol. I am sad… I love this plant so! #OrchidLovers #Orchid #MoonOrchid
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Dead leaf on orchid If I cut/pull this off my orchid will I harm it?? I think it’s healthy and doing well over all but this leaf is concerning! #OrchidLovers #OrchidOrg
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Is this crown rot? Hello! Needing advice on my Phalaenopsis orchid in akadama medium. I just noticed this morning that the base of my orchid has turned yellow. I wonder if this is crown rot or normal? My plant has been thriving as I have observed from the past weeks and i water it carefully. Then suddenly saw this. Should I worry or can I do something about it? 😞 #OrchidLovers
Bramble Orchid is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
💦 Water Needs
Bramble Orchid prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
Bramble Orchid may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Bramble Orchid is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.
Moon Orchid Toxicity to Cats →
💨 Humidity
Bramble Orchid doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
🪴 Soil
Bramble Orchid does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
💩 Fertilizer
Bramble Orchid should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
🌎 Native Region
Bramble Orchid is native to Southeast Asia and Australia.
🌸 Flowers
Yes, you may see your Bramble Orchid bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern
Bramble Orchid is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.
🌦️ Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Bramble Orchid can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
🌱 Propagation
Bramble Orchid can be propagated by division into new individual plants.
- Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
- If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
- Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
- Repot the parent plant back into its original pot
🍂 Yellow Leaves
Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.
Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Bramble Orchid, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.
Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Bramble Orchid
Bramble Orchid
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say










This was purely burnt and crispy as it was a gift from my stepdad to my mom and she had really watered it for a couple months and I recused it and it bounced righted back and looks beautiful. Hasn’t bloomed yet, but I’ll give time. I probably need to trim the old stem.








My Betty was given to me in a tiny little pot well over a year ago, and despite being often forgotten for months, she has persevered and perhaps, by some definitions, prospered.
Betty will bloom easily if you ACTUALLY care for her, and while these blossoms are somewhat brief, they are beautiful.
I currently have her in a wide, round ceramic, but I am starting to think that she was happier in her smaller, narrower pot. Although I am told moon orchids should have ‘coco plug’ soil, Betty is pretty tolerant of the regular stuff and does just fine in it.
To reward her for all of this tolerance, I will soon be placing Betty on a plate of wet stones to provide her with better humidity. Overall, moon orchids are a very rewarding plant themselves - even more so if you look after them well!



