{"product_id":"phalaenopsis-schilleriana-tiger-leaf-rare-mottled-leaf-species-orchid-bloom-size-plant-8cm-nursery-pot","title":"119. Phalaenopsis Schilleriana ‘Tiger Leaf’ – Rare Mottled-Leaf Species Orchid | Bloom-Size Plant | 8cm Nursery Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"1094\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne of the most beautiful foliage species in the Phalaenopsis family, \u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"864\"\u003ePhalaenopsis schilleriana ‘Tiger Leaf’\u003c\/strong\u003e is admired for its striking dark green leaves decorated with irregular silver-grey mottling resembling tiger or jaguar markings. Even when it is not flowering, its dramatic patterned foliage makes it a standout collector’s plant.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eWhen mature, this Philippine species can produce long, gracefully arching and branching flower spikes carrying numerous soft pink blooms with a delicate fragrance. Large established plants are capable of producing exceptionally impressive displays. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eNot in Bloom\/ Bloom Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"12unya4\" data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phalaenopsis schilleriana ‘Tiger Leaf’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botanical species orchid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8cm clear nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloom-size plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eBlooming Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not currently in bloom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green leaves with distinctive silver-grey tiger or jaguar-style mottling and purplish colouring beneath\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eExpected Bloom Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft blush pink to rose pink with a deeper pink and yellow-marked lip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicately sweet when flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect or filtered light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2083\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the roots become silvery and allow the growing medium to approach dryness before watering again\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 18–28°C, protected from cold draughts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high humidity with gentle air circulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phalaenopsis orchids are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1w2jj7p\" data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003eWhy This Orchid Is Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2742\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003ePhalaenopsis schilleriana\u003c\/em\u003e is a true species native to the Philippines and is prized equally for its flowers and foliage. Its leaves naturally carry intricate mottled markings, while the undersides often develop a purple or purplish-green tone. The pattern differs naturally between individual plants, so every orchid has its own distinctive markings. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2854\"\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003emottled Tiger Leaf form\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the predominantly silver form commonly marketed as “Silver Leaf.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"3126\"\u003eAs the orchid matures, it may produce long arching flower spikes with many pink flowers. Mature specimens can carry exceptionally large numbers of blooms, although flower count depends on the plant’s maturity and growing conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"m0x3wb\" data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3131\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003ePlace the orchid in bright, filtered light without harsh midday sunshine. Water thoroughly once the visible roots turn silver, then allow all excess water to drain. Keep water out of the crown and avoid leaving the roots permanently wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3686\"\u003eMaintain warm household conditions, moderate humidity and gentle airflow. Feed every two to three weeks during active growth with diluted orchid fertiliser. A slight reduction in night temperature during autumn can help encourage flower-spike development. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"j3ueqo\" data-start=\"3688\" data-end=\"3715\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3715\"\u003ePackaging \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3717\" data-end=\"3926\"\u003eYour orchid will be carefully inspected and securely packed using specialist live-plant packaging to protect its leaves and roots during transit. Additional cold-weather protection will be used when necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1b04aa7\" data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"3956\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3956\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3958\" data-end=\"4188\"\u003eThis listing is for a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"4030\"\u003ebloom-size plant supplied without open flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bloom-size means the orchid has reached a suitable level of maturity to flower, but it does not guarantee an immediate spike or a particular flowering date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4190\" data-end=\"4408\"\u003eThe bloom photograph shows the flowers that mature \u003cem data-start=\"4241\" data-end=\"4268\"\u003ePhalaenopsis schilleriana\u003c\/em\u003e can produce. Leaf pattern, silver mottling, plant size, future spike length and flower count will vary naturally between individual plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"12acm8e\" data-start=\"4410\" data-end=\"4436\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4436\"\u003eRecommended Add-ons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4595\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4520\" data-end=\"4541\"\u003eOrchid Plant Food\u003c\/strong\u003e supports healthy roots, foliage and future flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4597\" data-end=\"4692\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4597\" data-end=\"4609\"\u003eNeem Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e may be used every two to three weeks as part of a preventative plant-care routine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WhatTheBlossom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58209299923208,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/9041\/6648\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-11at16.35.09.png?v=1783784238","url":"https:\/\/whattheblossom.co.uk\/products\/phalaenopsis-schilleriana-tiger-leaf-rare-mottled-leaf-species-orchid-bloom-size-plant-8cm-nursery-pot","provider":"What The Blossom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}