• Phalaenopsis amboinensis x hieroglyphica
  • Phalaenopsis amboinensis x hieroglyphica
1 3

Wilderly

Phalaenopsis amboinensis x hieroglyphica

$75.89 CAD
$75.89 CAD

This is a hybrid orchid resulting from the cross between two highly regarded Phalaenopsis species: Phalaenopsis amboinensis and Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica. This hybrid combines the best traits of both parents, making it a favorite among collectors and enthusiasts for its unique flower patterns and reliable blooming.

Parent Species Characteristics

  • Phalaenopsis amboinensis: Known for its yellow to cream-colored flowers adorned with bold brown or maroon striping or barring. The flowers are waxy and long-lasting, with a sweet fragrance. There are regional variations, with Sulawesi forms having darker yellow and thicker lines, and Maluku forms being lighter with finer lines.
  • Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica: Famous for its white to creamy flowers marked with intricate, hieroglyph-like maroon or purple markings. The blooms are fragrant and produced in abundance over a long season.

Hybrid Features

  • Flowers: Expect blooms that blend the creamy or yellow base of amboinensis with the distinctive, hieroglyphic markings of hieroglyphica. The result is often a flower with a creamy or pale yellow background and striking maroon or purple patterns, sometimes with a combination of stripes and spots.
  • Fragrance: Both parents are fragrant, so the hybrid is typically pleasantly scented.
  • Blooming Habit: This hybrid is known for producing multiple flowers per spike, with the potential for sequential blooming over several months.
  • Growth: Like most Phalaenopsis, it prefers intermediate to warm temperatures and low to medium light.

Cultivation Tips

  • Light: Provide bright, indirect light.
  • Temperature: Intermediate to warm (generally 18–28°C).
  • Water: Keep the medium moist but not soggy; allow slight drying between waterings.
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.
  • Potting: Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark or sphagnum moss.

Summary

Phalaenopsis amboinensis x hieroglyphica is a beautiful, fragrant primary hybrid that showcases the best of both parent species: bold, intricate markings and creamy to yellow backgrounds. It is easy to grow and blooms reliably, making it a wonderful addition to any orchid collection.
  • Hurry, only 2 items left in stock!
Phalaenopsis amboinensis x hieroglyphica
Phalaenopsis amboinensis x hieroglyphica

Discover the Difference

  • Active Conservation

    We donate 20% of proceeds monthly to rainforest preservation and restoration efforts. A portion of your proceeds goes directly towards safeguarding these vital ecosystems, ensuring a greener and more sustainable future for our planet.

  • Affordable Prices

    We believe in fair market pricing and never overprice our products just because they are “rare.” We strive to always be at or below average market value.

  • Professional Team

    We are professionals, not hobbyists. You can be sure your plants are cared for to the highest standards. Our team of plant enthusiasts are knowledgeable and always ready to assist you with any questions or concerns.

  • Local Inventory

    We have built our own innovative and sustainable rare plant nursery located in Edmonton, AB, where we propogate, grow, and care for 90% of our collection. This means you will never recieve sad plants from recent imports.

FAQs

Do you ship year-round?

Yes – we ship every week of the year! However, in the case of extreme weather conditions or emergency situations (e.g. flooding/fires that would interupt couriers), we may delay shipping until it is safe to ship.

How long will it take to recieve my order?

We always choose overnight or express shipping options. Once shipped, most orders arrive in 1-2 days in Canada and the USA. Depending on your location, shipping might take longer. Occassionally, customs clearance might take an additional day.

Where do products ship from?

We ship orders from our store or specialized grow facility in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Do I recieve a tracking number?

A tracking number will be emailed to you once your order has shipped. You can also find your order and tracking information under your account.

What's the process to return an item if I decide I don'twant it?

We will gladly accept returns for a refund, provided the items and plants have not been damaged, propogated, or repotted. Returned plants are subject to a 10% restocking fee, due to the recovery care needed for returned plants, and shipping/permit costs are nonrefundable. Customers are responsible for return shipping costs as well as all paperwork required to ship back to Canada (e.g. phytosanitary certificates).