Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pallens
ID:
268947

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 932 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268279

Common Names

  • Pallens Orchid
  • Phalaenopsis Orchid
  • Pale Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Phalaenopsis denticulata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis foestermannii Rchb. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis mariae alba Ames & Quisumb. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis pallens alba (Ames & Quisumb.) Christenson [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis pallens denticulata (Rchb.f.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis pallens fourmaniana O.Gruss [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis pallens trullifera Sweet [unknown]
  • Polychilos pallens (Lindl.) Shim [unknown]
  • Stauropsis pallens Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Trichoglottis pallens Lindl. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana pallens (Lindl.) Burb. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis pallens alba (Ames & Quisumb.) H.R.Sweet [unknown]

Description

Phalaenopsis pallens (also called Pale 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 pallens is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phalaenopsis pallens is white with a yellow lip, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phalaenopsis pallens is a species of orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. 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 pallens

Phalaenopsis pallens is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Phalaenopsis pallens FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Phalaenopsis pallens?

Phalaenopsis pallens prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil should I use for Phalaenopsis pallens?

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

How often should I water Phalaenopsis pallens?

Water Phalaenopsis pallens 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,

References