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Orchids have gone from being expensive, specialist plants to being one of the most popular houseplants in the country. This is thanks to improvement s in propagation techniques that have increased the range available, the colours and, most of all, the price. One of the most commonly available orchids is the moth orchid or phalaenopsis. This is a warm growing orchid which needs a temperature between 16 and 30 degrees celsius, but ideally should stay around 21. They are sold in translucent pots because the roots need light. Your plant should last in a 12cm pot like this for at least its first year. You can see one of the main roots through the pot. They need good light but not direct sun which could scorch them. These orchids also have aerial roots which can absorb moisture and nutrients from the air. Its important not to damage these or they can rot. You only need to water once or twice a week because these plants don't like being to wet...