About
A highly variable and popular orchid, *Phalaenopsis equestris* is a key species in the international floral trade, frequently used for hybridization and the development of novel varieties.
Field notes
Morphology
The inflorescence typically bears 10 to 20 flowers, each measuring about 25 mm (1 inch) in diameter. The species exhibits significant morphological variability, including forms such as the pure white var. alba, the white flower with a solid yellow lip of var. aurea, and the red-petaled var. rosea.
Distribution & habitat
Native to the Philippines and Taiwan.
Habitat
- Altitude
- Not recorded
- Altitude class
- —
- Native to
- Philippines
Cultivation
- Difficulty
- easy