How to raise Phalaenopsis? What should I pay attention to?

Phalaenopsis is favored by flower friends because its flowers are like dancing butterflies. It has more than 70 varieties and is widely planted indoors and gardens. How to cultivate Phalaenopsis? What do you need to pay attention to?

Phalaenopsis is mainly produced in humid Asia, and is distributed in Burma, Malan Peninsula, South China Sea Islands and other areas, of which the most famous is Phalaenopsis from Wusenyong and Green Island in Taitung. The color of the original variety of Phalaenopsis is not very bright, and most of the brightly colored Phalaenopsis we see at present are the result of artificial cross breeding.

Phalaenopsis is a spike, lateral at the base of the stem, inflorescence stalk green, flowers with fragrance, a variety of colors, can bloom for more than a month. Most of Phalaenopsis has no fragrance, and there are few varieties of Phalaenopsis with fragrance, and its fragrance is so special that not everyone can accept it. Some people will feel retching and dizzy after smelling the aroma.

Culture methods of Phalaenopsis

The first step in the cultivation method of Phalaenopsis is the choice of soil. Phalaenopsis cultivation suddenly needs to be softer because it is not resistant to waterlogging and needs to maintain good ventilation in the rhizome.

In addition, it is to understand its growth habits, Phalaenopsis wash high-temperature and humid environment, planting needs to maintain good ventilation, the planting place is the most semi-shady environment, its avoid direct sunlight, Phalaenopsis is not resistant to waterlogging, so when planting, be careful not to water frequently. The optimum growth temperature of Phalaenopsis is 22 to 28 degrees Celsius, and the overwintering temperature should not be lower than 15 degrees Celsius.

Finally, the daily nursing, Phalaenopsis cultivation methods in watering is more complex, usually should pay attention to maintain sufficient water, Phalaenopsis leaves water storage capacity is poor, but it itself is not resistant to waterlogging, so, usually should pay attention to watering, and the amount of watering should be appropriate, must not be used to save trouble and one-time watering a lot of water. The vigorous growth of new roots of Phalaenopsis requires more watering and less watering in the dormant period after flowering.

Matters needing attention in Phalaenopsis Culture

1. Temperature

Phalaenopsis likes the environment of high temperature and humidity, and the lowest temperature during the growth period should be kept above 15 ℃. Proper cooling after the Spring Festival can prolong the flowering period, but pay attention to the culture temperature should not be lower than 13 ℃.

2. Moisture

Spring and autumn can be watered after five o'clock in the afternoon. Summer belongs to the peak growth season. You can water every morning before the sun comes out and after the sun goes down. The principle of paying attention to watering is to see dry and wet, watering thoroughly, and spray can be used to keep the leaves moist in dry areas.

3. Lighting

Phalaenopsis does not need much light, do not shine directly in strong light, if you want to put it on the balcony for breeding, you can block part of the light first. Two or three hours of light is enough every day.