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Four-Shield Phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis tetraspis
Expected Bloom WindowOut of season
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Four-Shield Phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis tetraspis) is a common species in the genus Phalaenopsis, valued for its distinctive form and rewarding bloom display.
Bloomswhitepinkyellow
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Water weekly when potting medium nears dry. Avoid water in the crown.
Lightmedium
Bright indirect light; an east window is ideal.
Foodmedium
Weakly weekly with balanced 20-20-20 orchid fertilizer.
Temp
65-85°F (18-29°C)
Humidity
50-70%
Origin
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Special care:Allow a cool nighttime drop in autumn to trigger spikes.
About Four-Shield Phalaenopsis
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