Phalaenopsis aphrodite

Also known as Aphrodite Phalaenopsis, Taiwan Moth Orchid

Native to lowland tropical forests from southeastern Taiwan through the Philippines, this epiphytic orchid perches high on tree trunks to capture filtered sunlight beneath the canopy. Large, gleaming white flowers bloom along long arching stems, drawing nocturnal hawkmoths with subtle scent and broad yellow-marked lips. Thick succulent leaves store moisture during dry spells while silver aerial roots anchor the plant to mossy bark.