White Apple Moth Orchid
Taxonomy
Phalaenopsis younghome 'White Apple'
Phalaenopsis
Orchidaceae
Asparagales
How to care for White Apple Moth Orchid
Water
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 doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Seattle, Washington.
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
Light
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.
Seattle, Washington
23% Very Low
Growing White Apple Moth Orchid in Seattle right now
Plant growth potential is currently very low 📉
January 18th, 2022
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Seattle is currently very low 📉.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in dete…
Sunlight will increase by 34% ☀️
January 17th, 2022
Seattle is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Seattle is expected to increase by 34% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 6.8 megajoules of energy per m2 per …
Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours 📈
January 18th, 2022
This month, Seattle is getting an average of 7.4 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 10.1% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 9.3 total hours of dayl…
Finding light for White Apple Moth Orchid in your home
a window
White Apple Moth Orchid may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Seattle, Washington ⛅.
Nutrients
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 it’s 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 year—whichever comes first.
When to repot White Apple Moth Orchid
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ⏳
January 12th, 2022
The growing potential in Seattle is very low 📉.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to …
FAQs
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 🍃 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
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for White Apple Moth Orchid
White Apple Moth Orchid
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Seattle, Washington, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
