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Phalaenopsis Complex Hybrid


ARCHIVE RECORD

Archive record HDS-05-02142026
Accepted nameStandard-size Phalaenopsis Complex Hybrid
ParentageUnknown (not applicable)
Vendor/sourcePublix Store
Gifted2/14/2026
StatusDeceased (†) 9/25/2026(?)
ID confidenceGenus - High. Hybrid identity unknown
Purchase priceUnknown

Identification and history

Cultivation

LightWest-facing terrace. Receives filtered afternoon sunlight.
TemperatureOutdoor Miami, FL conditions.
WateringApproximately every 5 days after visual analysis
Humidity / airflowOutdoor natural flow. Aided by ceiling fan
Medium / potRepotted 7/16 into lava stone and bark-based orchid mix
FertilizerFoxFarm liquid fertilizer applied monthly at dilute strength
LOSS - 9/25/2026Cause of death: Root rot.
FINDINGSRot developed in the root system. The tissue became necrotic and structurally failed.
PROBABLE MECHANISMPersistent moisture within the root zone, resulting in progressive root tissue decay.

Growth and bloom journal

DateObservation
YYYY-MM-DDEnter roots, pseudobulbs, spikes, flowers, fragrance, repotting, or other changes.

Photographic record

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