Available Sizes
The majority of our Phalaenopsis are offered in flasks, and pot sizes 1.7″, 2.5″ and 3.5″. The other genera are offered in sizes from flasks to blooming size. The growers we cooperate with for supply of other genera pack the plants in their own cartons, and deliver directly to the airport. This ensures proper and safe packing by the experienced producers themselves.
The following information specifically applies to our Phalaenopsis:
Flasks: The plantlets are ready to be removed from their glass bottles or plastic containers and can be planted in plug trays or small pots, in our case 1.7″.
1.7″ pots: Plants have been grown for 4-6 months out of flasks and are ready for transfer to a larger pot for further growing. If they are miniature flowers, they can already be flowered in this size, but a larger pot size is also recommended for even greater performance.
2.5″ pots: These may be transplanted into bigger pots for further growing or immediately subject to cooling upon arrival.
3.5″ pots: These plants are ready for cooling to induce spiking in your greenhouse.
An Allura carton of standard size 72cm x 52cm x 32cm can hold 330 plants of 1.7″, 112 plants of 2.5″ and 48 plants of 3.5″.
Shipping Documents
We provide the following with each shipment:
1) MAWB – Master Airway Bill
a) Consignee’s Name and Address: Please provide us with the exact details as must be shown in all shipping documents. This must include importer name, address, phone number, email and if necessary in your country, also the tax ID.
b) Notify agent: Please provide contact details of your agent who will be contacted by the airline upon arrival of plants at destination airport. If requested by client, our company will also provide agent all details before shipment. This way the agent can prepare all that is necessary to be organised before arrival of shipment, such as booking of quarantine in certain countries.
2) CITES (Permit for export of Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)
a) Every genus will be listed in the CITES by classification, for example “Phalaenopsis Hybrid” with the maximum quantity permitted to be exported. The total quantity shipped cannot exceed this amount, but it can be less. CITES is not required for shipment of flasks.
3) Phytosanitary Certificate
a) Our BAPHIQ office will send an agent to our nursery to check that the plants for export are treated according to the regulations for import.
b) Please provide us with the details for necessary treatment of plants. Details can normally be found in your import permit.
c) Please also provide us with any additional declarations required in the certificate. These can also normally be found in your import permit.
d) The Phytosanitary Certificate either contains a list of the order by genus classification, and/or each item code depending on your country’s requirements.
4) Commercial Invoice
a) Please state whether invoice should be issued FOB, C&F or any other way. Normally freight cost is not mentioned, but some countries require it.
b) Generally items are only listed by classification, for example “Phalaenopsis Hybrid”, but some countries require every item to be listed either by name or classification as in Phyto.
5) Packing/Weight List
a) Generally items are listed by classification, for example “Phalaenopsis Hybrid”, but some countries require every item to be listed either by name or classification as in Phyto.
6) Certificate of Origin
a) This is only required for import to certain countries. Please check if it is necessary for your country.
Delivery options
Consignments are shipped either FOB or C&F. C&F quotes may be provided upon request and if the destination and approximate order quantity are provided. These quotes are usually valid only for one month due to the fluctuation in airline charges.
If you desire larger quantities, we can arrange vessel container shipment for you to lower the shipping costs.
Safety of Plants in Transit
Our orchids are shipped both by sea and air in optimal conditions providing an ideal environment for the plants in transit. The consignment is shipped to your destination airport by selecting the most economical and efficient means of transport. Our plants are packed safely and extra measures are applied for any additional protection, such as against cold.