Fourteen species of elegant Phalaenopsis orchid native species are an eye-opener
Phal. Schilleriana (Celeli Phalaenopsis/Tabby Phalaenopsis) is native to the Philippines and is one of the few native Phalaenopsis orchids with a rich aroma and flowers.
Phalaenopsis is the earliest discovered orchid, its genus name Phalaenopsis is derived from phalaena (originally meaning butterfly moth) and opsis (meaning image), commonly known as phalaenopsis (moth orchid). About 60 native species have been found, mostly growing on tall trees in forests or rainforests. The natural distribution area of Phalaenopsis is limited to 23 degrees north and south latitudes of the equator, and is distributed in the Himalayas, Southeast Asia, South China, the Philippines, the Malay Peninsula, New Guinea and Northern Australia.
Five major breeding factors
So far, it is believed that Phalaenopsis orchids are the most mating varieties among many orchids, and when breeding experts breed in native species, they must consider the following five factors:
First, the pattern
Second, the color
3. Flower peduncle
4. Number of flowers
5. Plant type
Phalaenopsis orchid used for breeding
The following will introduce 14 native species of Phalaenopsis commonly used for breeding:
1. Phal. amabilis (Ama Phalaenopsis orchid)
It is mainly produced from the Philippines to the south to Queensland, Australia, and from Sumatra to the west to The New Guinea. This species has excellent potted flower characteristics such as increasing the number of flowers, biplanked, and good inflorescence arrangement in hybrid offspring. The leaves are oval in color emerald green, and the peduncle is about 50 - 100 cm long. There are often 2 peduncles, with branches appearing, each with 15 to 20 raw flowers, with white flowers. The flowering period is from winter to summer, the flowering period can reach 2 months, and some plants have a mild flower taste. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
2. Phal. aphrodite (Grandma Phalaenopsis orchid)
It is mainly native to Mindanaa Island, Luzon Island in the Philippines and the southern coastal mountains of Taiwan, Hengchun Peninsula and Orchid Island. This species is associated with Phal. Amabilis are so similar that they are confusing. It is mostly used in light-colored multi-flower and flower arrangement, with good disease resistance, and many white flower series of phalaenopsis orchids on the market are their descendants. The plant size is 15 - 30 cm, the flower diameter is 6.5 - 9 cm long, the flowering period is in the spring, the flowering period can reach 50 days, and some plants have a mild flower taste. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
3. Phal. amboinensis (Ambon Phalaenopsis)
Native to the Moluccas And Sulawesi, Indonesia, the leaves are generally larger and shinier, with a shorter peduncle and 3-5 flowers at the front end, with a diameter of 3-5 cm. The flowers are waxy, the background color is white or yellow, the breeding is based on the yellow background as the parent, and its hybrid offspring are more able to produce a variety of colors, Phal. Orchid World is one of the watchers. The flowers of this species are flat, and as long as the peduncle after the flower is retained, it can bloom almost all year round. It is an important parent for the selection and breeding of yellow-flowered phalaenopsis orchids and spotted flowers, and has the characteristics of genetic flower flatness. The flowering period is from autumn to spring, and the flowering period can reach 30 days and is fragrant. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
4. Phal. Bellina (Bellina Phalaenopsis Orchid)
Native to Malaysia, Sumatra and Java, Indonesia, the leaves are large, round and waxy. The peduncle is short , with about 1 to 3 flowers , the flowers are star-shaped and waxy , the petals and bracts are often beautifully apple-green at the edges , and the center of the flowers and the peristal lobes are bright red. This species is the most fragrant native species of Phalaenopsis orchid, and future generations will also inherit this fragrance characteristics, and breeding is mostly used in brightness and fragrance, of which Phal. BrotherSara Gold and Phal. Sogo Lawerance is a masterpiece. The flowering period is from summer to autumn, and the flowering period can reach 30 days, and it is fragrant. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
5. Phal. cornu-cervi (staghorn phalaenopsis orchid)
It is native to Malaysia, Sumatra, Indonesia and Java, Thailand and Myanmar. The leaves are pale green and oblong-oval, with leaves about 20 cm long. The number and length of the peduncles vary, the shape is flat and resembles antlers, and each stem grows 2- 3 flowers. The flowers are waxy , narrowly star-shaped , yellow-green in color with brown markings. The flowering period is from spring to autumn, and the flowering period can reach 25 days, and some plants have a mild flower odor. Easy to cultivate and accept medium intensity.
6. Phal. equestris (Pink Phalaenopsis Orchid/Hime Butterfly)
This species is native to the Philippines, with Orchid Island in Taiwan as the northernmost boundary of its distribution. This species ranges from white to peach red, and in recent years, there have been more light blues, and the color changes more. The plant is small in appearance, only 12 - 30 cm, the leaves are oblong oval, the leaves are pointed tongue-shaped, and the length is about 20 cm. The peduncles are 20 to 40 cm long, often branched, and the number of raw flowers per stem is as many as 20 or more. The flower diameter is about 2.5 cm, it has a continuous flowering, and the tip of the peduncle is prone to grow high buds. Flowers often have a cockroach-like odor, but there are also individuals with a sweet fragrance, and this odor is passed on to future generations. This species is the most important parent of small multi-flower breeding, with genetic multi-stemmed, multi-flowered, bright red lip flaps and white edges of flowers, many white flower red heart or yellow flower red heart varieties have the blood of this species. The flowering period is spring or autumn, the flowering period can reach 25 days, and some plants have a mild flower odor. Easy to cultivate and accepts medium to strong light.
7. Phal. gigantea (elephant ear orchid)
It is native to Java, Indonesia, Kalimantan, Borneo and Sabah, Malaysia. The leaves are thick and large, with a silvery grey color, up to 1 meter long and sagging. As long as the ventilation is good, the brighter cultivation environment is conducive to the flowering of this species. The peduncle droops, is about 40 cm long, and the flowers are densely rotated by 20 - 40 flowers. The flowers are waxy and flat, rounded, pale yellow or off-white with coffee-colored markings. Breeding can inherit round flower types and special coarse spots, and the common black flower marking characteristics come from this species. At present, many spotted flowers are related by blood, and Phal, the internationally famous black flower ancestor in Taiwan. GoldenPeoker is all related to her. The flowering period is from spring to autumn, and the flowering period can reach 25 days and is odorless. This product grows slowly, is not easy to cultivate, the humidity requirements are high, it is advisable to use the plate planting method, which can increase ventilation and avoid leaf core water rot, and accept the middle light.
It is native to India, Myanmar, Bhutan, Vietnam and Nepal. The leaves are thick green, broadly oval in shape, and the plant-type leaflets are only about 10 to 15 cm long. The peduncle is erect and short, bearing 3 to 6 flowers, about 2 - 2.5 cm in diameter, and the lip flap is drooping in an inverted triangle. The flower color is white, the lip flap is goose yellow, and the center of the lip flap has a white line. Because of its unique lip flap characteristics, it is passed on to future generations and can breed special flower types, so it has become a new favorite of breeders in recent years. The flowering period is from spring to autumn, and the flowering period can reach 20 days, with a special fragrance similar to washing powder. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
9. Phal. lueddemanniana (Lutheran Phalaenopsis)
The species is distributed from Luzon to Mindanae Island in the Philippines. The leaves are bright green with a gloss and a length of 20 - 30 cm. The flowering period is mainly in the spring, the peduncle is long, and the top often produces high buds. The flowers are waxy and star-shaped, with aroma, the flower life is long, the flower diameter is about 6 cm, the color is white background with bright red pattern, and the color variation is large. This species is rich in color and has peculiar markings, has the genetic characteristics of bright red, and is an important parent for mating such as phalaenopsis safflower and spotted flowers. Her genetic traits are bright waxy, whether it is spotted or whole magenta, which is the goal of many breeders. The flowering period is from spring to autumn, and the flowering period can reach 30 days and is fragrant. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
10. Phal. Schilleriana (Cerelis phalaenopsis/tabby phalaenopsis orchid)
This species is mainly native to the Philippines. The plant is large, up to 10 - 50 cm, the leaves are dark green with silvery white spots, and the length can reach 20 - 45 cm. The peduncles are almost all branched, and the number of flowers is more than 50. The flower color is pale pink, the sepal part has small spots, and the flower diameter is about 6 cm. The flowers bloom flat with a rose aroma. Breeding and utilization can increase the number of offspring flowers and increase the peduncle branching with large angles, which is an important mating parent for pale pink flowers or small spotted flowers. It is also one of the few original Phalaenopsis orchids with a strong aroma and flowers. Phal. Schilleriana is currently the initiator of most safflowers, and the red line cannot be separated from her category. The flowering period is from spring to early summer, and the flowering period can reach 30 days, and it is fragrant. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
11. Phal. stuartiana (Stuartge Phalaenopsis/Phalaenopsis spray)
This species is mainly native to the island of Mindanaa in the South Philippines. The leaves are thick green with silvery-white spots and can reach a length of up to 35 cm. The peduncle is arched, about 60 cm long, often branched, and the number of flowers can reach 30 to 50. The flowers vary widely, including white, beige and beige, and the lower part of the lower sepal has reddish-brown spots. The flower diameter is about 2.5 - 4 cm. Another characteristic of this species is that new shoots are produced from the roots. Breeding can increase the number of flowers in the offspring and the bifurcation of the peduncle. The flowering period is in the spring, which can reach up to 30 days, and some plants have fragrant flowers. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
12. Phal. venosa (Venosa Phalaenopsis orchid)
Produced in Sulawesi, Indonesia, the leaves are bright green and about 10 - 20 cm long. The peduncle is about 15 cm short, the flower buds are triangular, and the number of raw flowers in a single stem is 2-4. The flowers are flat and waxy, 4 - 5 cm in diameter, dark orange to light brown in color, with some small yellow stripes, and have a strong odor. This species has made outstanding contributions to the breeding of orange blossoms, and has the genetic characteristics of flat flowers and good texture. Descendants of this species Phal. Taipei Gold has created a world of yellow-flowered phalaenopsis orchids in Taiwan. The flowering period is from spring to autumn, and the flowering period can reach 40 days. Easy to cultivate and acceptable to moderate.
13. Phal. violacea (fluorescent phalaenopsis orchid)
It is native to Sumatra, Indonesia, Borneo and the Malay Peninsula. The leaves are fleshy, bright green and waxy, large and rounded, and 20 to 30 cm long. The peduncle is short and unbranched, bearing 1- 2 flowers, and the stem is 10 - 15 cm long. The flowers are 5 - 8 cm in diameter and the flowers are baconous and thick, with a rich fruity aroma. The flowers have a white and pinkish purple background , often a light apple green color on the outer margins , and magenta for the lower sepals and lip flaps. Because of its bright color and fragrance, this species is a favorite parent of fun breeders. The flowering period is from summer to autumn, and the flowering period can reach 40 days. Cultivation is easy, and only weak to moderate light can be accepted.
14. Phal. micholitzii (Miku's Phalaenopsis orchid)
This species is mainly native to the island of Mindanaa in the South Philippines. Genetically multi-stemmed, its offspring often see two peduncles growing in an internodal area, which bloom like a ball of flowers. In addition, color genetics often yield bright greenish-yellow colors. This plant is 15 - 20 cm in length and has a flower diameter of about 3.5 - 4.5 cm. The flowering period is from autumn to spring, and the flowering period can reach 35 days and is odorless. Cultivation is moderately difficult and only low light is accepted. The native species of Phalaenopsis orchid have their own colors and characteristics, providing breeders with a 4D scanner to breed a variety of refreshing new species of Phalaenopsis orchid. Regardless of the flower size, texture, flower color, leaf size, number of peduncles, number of peduncle branches and fragrance, etc., they are all important considerations for hybrid selection, in short, a hundred flowers bloom and are beautiful.