Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kunstleri
ID:
268914

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 30 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268246

Common Names

  • Kunstleri Orchid
  • Phalaenopsis Orchid
  • Kunstler's Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Polychilos kunstleri (Hook.f.) Shim [unknown]

Description

Phalaenopsis kunstleri (also called Kunstler's Phalaenopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in lowland forests. It has large, fragrant, white and yellow flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phalaenopsis kunstleri is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine as a treatment for fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phalaenopsis kunstleri has white, yellow-tipped flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phalaenopsis kunstleri is a species of orchid that is native to the Philippines. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment and requires bright, indirect light. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks. Propagation is done through division of the plant or through seed germination.

Where to Find Phalaenopsis kunstleri

Phalaenopsis kunstleri is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Phalaenopsis kunstleri FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Phalaenopsis kunstleri?

Phalaenopsis kunstleri prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil should I use for Phalaenopsis kunstleri?

Phalaenopsis kunstleri prefers a soil that is well-draining and rich in organic matter.

How often should I water Phalaenopsis kunstleri?

Water Phalaenopsis kunstleri when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Phalaenopsis genus

Phalaenopsis amabilis, Phalaenopsis amboinensis, Phalaenopsis amphitrite, Phalaenopsis aphrodite, Phalaenopsis appendiculata, Phalaenopsis bastianii, Phalaenopsis bellina, Phalaenopsis buyssoniana, Phalaenopsis celebensis, Phalaenopsis chibae, Phalaenopsis cochlearis, Phalaenopsis corningiana, Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi, Phalaenopsis deliciosa, Phalaenopsis doweryensis, Phalaenopsis equestris, Phalaenopsis fasciata, Phalaenopsis fimbriata, Phalaenopsis floresensis, Phalaenopsis fuscata, Phalaenopsis gersenii, Phalaenopsis gibbosa, Phalaenopsis gigantea, Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica, Phalaenopsis honghenensis, Phalaenopsis inscriptiosinensis, Phalaenopsis intermedia, Phalaenopsis javanica, Phalaenopsis kunstleri, Phalaenopsis leucorrhoda, Phalaenopsis lindenii, Phalaenopsis lobbii, Phalaenopsis lowii, Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana, Phalaenopsis luteola, Phalaenopsis maculata, Phalaenopsis mannii, Phalaenopsis mariae, Phalaenopsis micholitzii, Phalaenopsis modesta, Phalaenopsis mysorensis, Phalaenopsis pallens, Phalaenopsis pantherina, Phalaenopsis parishii, Phalaenopsis philippinensis, Phalaenopsis pulcherrima, Phalaenopsis pulchra, Phalaenopsis reichenbachiana, Phalaenopsis robinsonii, Phalaenopsis rolfeana,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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