Why is my orchid turning purple?

Purple. Leaves that are purple or reddish in color, especially around the edges, can indicate overexposure to sunlight and dehydration.

How do you take care of a purple phalaenopsis orchid?

Phalaenopsis orchid care: how to look after orchids

1. Don’t water it too much. We know you’re going to love your Phalaenopsis Orchids, but don’t be an overbearing plant parent!
2. Keep the crown dry.
3. Keep warm, but out of direct sunlight.
4. Humidity is key.
5. Feed well.
6. Keep bugs away.
7. When to trim the roots.
8. When to repot your Orchid.

What colors do phalaenopsis orchids come in?

Abundant flower colors observed in Phalaenopsis orchids range from red-purple, purple, purple-violet, violet, and violet-blue.

What kind of orchid is the purple orchid?

Can Phalaenopsis change color?

Phalaenopsis can change colour a bit due to different culture, eg different temperature or light levels.

What color is orchid purple?

Orchid is a bright rich purple color that resembles the color which various orchids often exhibit. Various tones of orchid may range from grayish purple to purplish-pink to strong reddish purple….Orchid (color)

Are Phalaenopsis orchids easy to care for?

The popular Phalaenopsis orchid is one of the easiest varieties of orchids to grow as a houseplant, and is often called the beginner orchid due to its easy going nature, or the moth orchid due to the shape of its blooms.

How long can a Phalaenopsis orchid live?

So, just how long do phalaenopsis orchids live? Due to their popularity and low price, it’s not uncommon for people to throw them out after they have finished their flowering cycle. This is usually 2 to 3 months long. However, there have been reports of some living for over 100 years.