Flower Identification:  Phalaenopsis Orchid, Moth Orchid

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Botanical:

Phalaenopsis

Symbolizes:

A belle

Availability/Seasonality:

Year-round.

Purchasing Tips:

Flowers should be well formed with no signs of bruising, brown edges, discoloration or limpness.

Conditioning:

Same as for spray orchids except soaking is not recommended. If stem is only wrapped in damp cotton, replace with preservative-filled tube.

Ethylene Sensitivity:

Crop is SOMEWHAT ethylene sensitive

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