Phalaenopsis Camera Obscura Near to Blooming Size

Meet Phalaenopsis ‘Camera Obscura’, a showpiece hybrid with cinematic colour. The rounded flowers glow raspberry-magenta while the margins and lip are sugar-speckled in white, creating a sparkling halo effect that reads beautifully in person and on camera. A tidy, compact habit and graceful, arching spikes make it effortless to style on desks, consoles, reception counters or bedside tables.

Why You’ll Love It

• Signature speckling: Fine white stippling along the petal edges for a premium, collector look.

• Bold colour: Plush magenta blooms with a dark, sculpted lip.

• Beginner-friendly: Thrives in bright, indirect light with simple care.

• Décor-ready form: Neat foliage and elegant spikes suit any modern interior.

Plant Details

• Type: Phalaenopsis hybrid (moth orchid)

• Growth habit: Compact leaves with tidy, arching inflorescences

• Pot at dispatch: Nursery pot with premium orchid mix

• Care level: Easy / Low maintenance

Quick Care Guide

• Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh midday sun.

• Water: When the top layer of media is almost dry; water thoroughly and let drain—no standing water.

• Humidity & Air: Normal home humidity with gentle air movement works well.

• Fertiliser: Balanced orchid feed at ¼–½ strength during active growth (“weakly, weekly”).

• Potting Media: Free-draining bark/coco chips with a little sphagnum. Refresh media every 12–18 months or when it breaks down.

What You’ll Receive

• One healthy Phalaenopsis ‘Camera Obscura’ in a nursery pot

• Easy care card with step-by-step instructions

Shipping Note

Live plants vary naturally; colour tones and patterning may differ slightly from photos. Plants are shipped as healthy, non-blooming specimens so they establish quickly after arrival.

Pro Tips

• Rotate the pot every 1–2 weeks for balanced growth and symmetrical displays.

• After watering, allow excess to drain completely.

• Consider a clear or slotted orchid pot to keep roots happy (optional upgrade).

Suggested Add-Ons

• Premium Orchid Mix (bark + coco chips + sphagnum)

• Clear/Slotted Orchid Pot

• Balanced Orchid Fertiliser