A beautiful orchid with waxy, fragrant blooms! Sedirea japonica, which is now generally classified as Phalaenopsis japonica, is admired for its delightful fragrance and unique, smaller flowers compared to typical Phalaenopsis orchids. It's native to Korea, Japan, and Taiwan and blooms in the spring with flowers that are typically greenish-white with a purple lip.
Phalaenopsis orchids thrive in warm, humid conditions with indirect sunlight. They prefer to be watered regularly but allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering can be more detrimental than underwatering for these plants. The typical indoor environment suits them quite well, as long as there is enough humidity and plenty of gentle bright light.
