Is kangaroo orchid an orchid? How to raise kangaroo orchid

In the past two years, flower lovers in the flower market may see flowers with kangaroo orchids on the label, which look similar to orchids, so is kangaroo orchids orchids? Yes, how to maintain it? In response to these two problems, we talk about.

1. Is kangaroo orchid an orchid?

The answer is no, kangaroo orchid is not orchid, it is Haemodoraceae, Anigozanthos perennial, and its Chinese name is kangaroo claw, kangaroo orchid should be the name given to it by merchants.

two。 How to raise kangaroo orchid

Kangaroo orchid is a perennial herb with underground rhizomes, it likes light, has strong heat tolerance, grows at a temperature of 15: 35 ℃, is not tolerant to low temperature (but can pass the winter in a frost-free environment above 0 ℃), and is not resistant to frost. it must be noted that the formation of kangaroo orchid requires low temperature and short sunshine, pedicels begin to form in late autumn, and flowers begin to bloom in the middle of winter. It can grow on many types of soil, but it is suitable for the soil which is slightly acidic (pH = 66.5) and well drained. Like dry environment, lower fertilizer and water demand.

It should be emphasized here that kangaroo claws do not like high air humidity, which is too high, which is prone to black spot disease; but too dry air will slow down the growth of plants, so it is necessary to maintain air circulation so as not to form a stuffy and humid environment.

In the early stage of cultivation, kangaroo claws do not need too much water to avoid overwatering. The vigorous growth period and flowering period need more water, during this period, kangaroo claws are very sensitive to water shortage.

When the weather is hot in summer, although the kangaroo likes light and is heat-resistant, it should still be given shade to avoid high temperature burns.

The reproduction of kangaroo orchid is usually based on ramet propagation in the family, which is carried out from April to May in spring, and the split should be carried out on a cloudy or sunny evening. Take the plant out of the pot, shake off too much soil, and cut it in the rhizome with a sharp knife. Pay attention to at least one bud cluster in each part, and then plant each leaf cluster into a suitable flowerpot, pay attention not to break it by hand, easy to break.