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Phalaenopsis Central Flower Spike: Normal Species Variation

Explanation

Most Phalaenopsis bloom from base, but hybrids involving species with central spikes can produce central spikes. This is normal for that genetic background.

Orchids: Phalaenopsis with Central Flower Spike and Aborted Root Nubs; Encouraging Phalaenopsis Rebloom: Spike Pruning and Light; Phalaenopsis Spike Cutting: To Cut or Not to Cut?; Phalaenopsis Reblooming on Old Spike: Normal for Some Hybrids; Managing Phalaenopsis Flower Spikes: Cut or Keep?; Phalaenopsis Spike Branching: When to Cut; Bent Phalaenopsis Flower Spike: Emergency Support and Recovery; To Cut or Not to Cut: Phalaenopsis Spike Management After Blooming; Mother-in-Law Cut the Phalaenopsis Spike: Will It Rebloom?; Phalaenopsis Sticky Leaves & Spike Death: Mealybugs, Not Soap Damage

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