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Taxonomy
Phalaenopsis 'Younghome White Apple'
Phalaenopsis
Orchidaceae
Asparagales

How to care for White Apple Moth Orchid

How often to water your White Apple Moth Orchid

every 9
White Apple Moth Orchid needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Columbia, South Carolina.
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

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Columbia, South Carolina
85% High

Growing White Apple Moth Orchid in Columbia right now
Plant growth potential is currently very high š
May 28th, 2022
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Columbia is currently very high š. The plant growth potential in your area is currently at its peak! šæ
The availability of high quality sunlighā¦
Sunlight will increase by 10.6% āļø
May 26th, 2022
Columbia is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Columbia is expected to increase by 10.6% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 20.4 megajoules of energy per m2ā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.0 hours š
May 25th, 2022
This month, Columbia is getting an average of 10.3 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 7.8% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 14.2 total hours of daā¦
Finding light for White Apple Moth Orchid in your home

a window
White Apple Moth Orchid may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth during this time of higher sunlight intensity in Columbia, South Carolina āļø.ļø
This is a great time to watch your White Apple Moth Orchid thrive šæ!

How to fertilize White Apple Moth 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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your White Apple Moth Orchid after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

White Apple Moth 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
White Apple Moth Orchid may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š 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 š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
White Apple Moth Orchid doesnāt 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
White Apple Moth 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
White Apple Moth 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 itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
White Apple Moth Orchid is native to Southeast Asia and Australia.
Care Summary for White Apple Moth Orchid
White Apple Moth Orchid
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Columbia, South Carolina, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
