Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pulchra
ID:
268963

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) H.R.Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 37: 1102 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268295

Common Names

  • Pulchra Orchid
  • Phalaenopsis Orchid
  • Beautiful Orchid

Searching for Phalaenopsis pulchra? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana pulchra Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Polychilos pulchra (Rchb.f.) Shim [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana purpurea Ames & Quisumb. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis pulchra alba O.Gruss [unknown]

Description

Phalaenopsis pulchra (also called Beautiful 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 pulchra 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 pulchra 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.

Searching for Phalaenopsis pulchra? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Phalaenopsis pulchra 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 pulchra

Phalaenopsis pulchra is native to India, Thailand, and Malaysia.

Phalaenopsis pulchra FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Phalaenopsis pulchra?

The ideal temperature for Phalaenopsis pulchra is between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

How much light does Phalaenopsis pulchra need?

Phalaenopsis pulchra needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Phalaenopsis pulchra?

Water Phalaenopsis pulchra 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-151277: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Herman Royden Sweet (1909-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Sweet' in the authors string.