Hi My name is David Hilborn, I am a 22 year old artist who lives in Phoenix, Arizona. I have been fascinated with orchids since I watched the movie adaptation. I was recently shopping and I can came across this amazing orchid. I have always wanted to get into the growing and caring for one of these beautiful plants, but when I saw this one I knew I was ready to take on the challenge. The only thing is is that it didn't have any information on it besides a price.. which trust me at the time did not matter.
I was wondering if I can have some help identifying the plant properly and I would love to know any tips on care for it.
So far
-I think its a Mtssa. Shelob “Tolkien”
-I have given it a bath for about a half hour cause it was a bit droopy from being tampered with in the market.
-I put a little sprinkle of coffee ground in the soil for a to spoil it...: /
-I think it may need to be repotted soon cause the roots are awefully close to the edges of the container. (will post more pictures later)
-I Have wiped Her Leaves with a mild solution of hydrogen peroxide and distilled water...and spoke softly to it.....haha
Here is a picture of the new plant. We call her Bettie Paige
I would appreciate any help. Thank you in advance. and i look forward to getting to know some of you.