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Phalaenopsis modesta is an species in the genus Phalaenopsis.
Description[]
Plant blooms from spring to fall with several flowers. Flowers are fragrant and 3.8cm wide.
Distribution[]
Plants are found growing in the montane forest of Borneo at elevations around 50 to 900 meters
Culture[]
Grow in cool to intermeidiate temperatures. Pot in medium fir bark and keep in partial shade. Water about once a week. Keep plant fairly moist but not wet.
Varieties[]
| Image | Name | Description |
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Phalaenopsis modesta var. alba | Sepals and petals are white. Lip is yellow with white |
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Phalaenopsis modesta variant | Sepals and petals are white with purple. Lip is purple |
Naming[]
Common Names: The Modest Phalaenopsis
Synonyms[]
- Polychilos modesta (J.J. Sm.) Shim 1982