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Forum: Species 08-15-2012, 01:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,242
Posted By phalaephila
Congratulations, Ramon! It's a beauty. ...

Congratulations, Ramon! It's a beauty.

Jeanne
Forum: Identification Forum 12-18-2011, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,958
Posted By phalaephila
Yes, that is a severe infestation of scale. You...

Yes, that is a severe infestation of scale. You will need to treat this plant and everything within crawling distance (and they can crawl pretty far...). Get rid of visible bugs with rubbing...
Forum: Hybrids 09-06-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,627
Posted By phalaephila
Attached is a photo of mine - I'm very happy with...

Attached is a photo of mine - I'm very happy with this plant and flower.

Jeanne
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 08-29-2011, 12:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,163
Posted By phalaephila
Do you mean phal (Phalaenopsis) or paph...

Do you mean phal (Phalaenopsis) or paph (Paphiopedilum)? Just want to be sure before making any recommendations (I enjoy growing phals).
Forum: Orchid Lounge 08-29-2011, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,221
Posted By phalaephila
From Wikipedia: "The dicotyledons, also...

From Wikipedia:

"The dicotyledons, also known as dicots, are a group of flowering plants whose seed typically has two embryonic leaves or cotyledons. There are around 199,350 species within this...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-17-2011, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,200
Posted By phalaephila
How often can you water? If it is not every...

How often can you water? If it is not every other day or so, this may not be the plant for you. I hope you can do it, they are enjoyable plants to grow and bloom when given the right conditions.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 07-16-2011, 07:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,200
Posted By phalaephila
Tolumnia do not like to have constant moisture at...

Tolumnia do not like to have constant moisture at their roots, so the way it is planted may be a problem. They really like to have their roots dry quickly after watering.
Forum: Potting & Repotting 06-21-2011, 09:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,376
Posted By phalaephila
Just a note, and perhaps you've already done...

Just a note, and perhaps you've already done this: If the wood is driftwood from saltwater, be sure to soak it, changing the water a few times to be sure that salt is gone.

The wood is beautiful....
Forum: Miniatures Show & Tell 04-03-2011, 12:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,526
Posted By phalaephila
Cool - thanks for sharing. I have two other...

Cool - thanks for sharing. I have two other species, G. japonicus and G. bellinus.
Forum: Off Topic - Totally 04-03-2011, 12:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,527
Posted By phalaephila
Thanks so much for sharing this beauty with us. ...

Thanks so much for sharing this beauty with us. I love how the snake has some terra-cotta coloring!
Forum: Beginner Discussion 04-01-2011, 08:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,229
Posted By phalaephila
Big Leaf Orchids sometimes carries them. ...

Big Leaf Orchids sometimes carries them. Currently there is an alba variety for sale - very pricey. You could contact the owner to check for anything not on the website.

Big Leaf Orchids,...
Forum: Identification Forum 03-26-2011, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,119
Posted By phalaephila
Thanks so much for sharing - San Cristobal de las...

Thanks so much for sharing - San Cristobal de las Casas is in a beautiful part of the world - special memories for me. That is a beautiful orchid.
Forum: Pests & Diseases 03-26-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,026
Posted By phalaephila
Yes, I had the same questions about the spiders. ...

Yes, I had the same questions about the spiders. They can be effective predators on other bugs that feed on plants. I also dont' want to go too far with chemical pesticides, that's what is scary to...
Forum: Identification Forum 03-26-2011, 12:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 794
Posted By phalaephila
It's lovely, but no idea as to the...

It's lovely, but no idea as to the identification. Could you check with the folks as Norman's or Carter & Holmes? Hopefully they will remember. Then let us know! It would go on my list if there...
Forum: Potting & Repotting 03-26-2011, 12:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,702
Posted By phalaephila
I enjoy growing with a bark and sphagnum moss mix...

I enjoy growing with a bark and sphagnum moss mix in a clay pot - it works well in my conditions (low humidity). Phalaenopsis roots grow in the mix well, and aerial roots grow around the outside of...
Forum: Species 03-24-2011, 10:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,219
Posted By phalaephila
Well, when you're ready for another species, look...

Well, when you're ready for another species, look for Phal. pallens. Not commonly found, but very easy to grow, and not difficult to bloom at all. I am thinking I need to get another; I had to give...
Forum: Potting & Repotting 03-24-2011, 10:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,702
Posted By phalaephila
Repot, for sure - grow for good root growth, and...

Repot, for sure - grow for good root growth, and spikes will follow. I would not place the plant too much deeper into the medium, however.

Is that the spike that produced the two flowers, and is...
Forum: Identification Forum 03-24-2011, 10:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,576
Posted By phalaephila
It is spectacular; where did you find it? Sorry,...

It is spectacular; where did you find it? Sorry, no help with a name...
Forum: Cattleya Alliance 02-19-2011, 12:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,953
Posted By phalaephila
I would think the move into the garage with the...

I would think the move into the garage with the space heater caused the spike to abort. Changes in growing conditions can cause this type of problem. Hopefully everything will remain stable the...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 02-19-2011, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,126
Posted By phalaephila
My Phal. Mini Mark is just starting to bloom for...

My Phal. Mini Mark is just starting to bloom for me as well. Many of my other phals are in spike, some with open flowers. Phals make this a wonderful time of year for me. Thanks for sharing your...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-21-2011, 10:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,270
Posted By phalaephila
Yes, I agree, stop misting. That does not add to...

Yes, I agree, stop misting. That does not add to humidity, but can cause rot if the moisture gets down into the leaf axils. This is especially true if the plants are wet overnight.
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-16-2011, 12:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,285
Posted By phalaephila
I like the suggestion by BobInBonita; I live in a...

I like the suggestion by BobInBonita; I live in a much drier environment (Las Vegas vs. Florida) so the sphagnum moss helps keep even moisture at the root zone for me. It all depends on growing...
Forum: Hybrids 01-15-2011, 08:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,768
Posted By phalaephila
Beautiful. I need more growing room...

Beautiful. I need more growing room...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-15-2011, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,285
Posted By phalaephila
I would recommend: 1) Cut off the spike at...

I would recommend:

1) Cut off the spike at the base, even though it is growing (or because it is growing) - the energy is going into blooming, not into growing new roots.

2) The plant is over...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 01-12-2011, 12:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,426
Posted By phalaephila
What are your growing conditions where you'd like...

What are your growing conditions where you'd like to place the plant? That may help you decide.
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