Are orchids expensive?
While they may be at a premium to some other houseplants they must be compared fully. It is an exotic plant that will flower beautifully in the home for 2-3 months or more at a time, and re-flower again and again for years. They can require very little attention in the right position, which is advantageous as time is precious. It is also worth noting that the plant you have is approximately 3 years old and has been grown at 20 degrees celsius and above.