If the balcony has less light and you want to grow a potted plant that has a long flowering time, then you might as well try to raise a pot of Paphiolenum . The flower shape of Paphiolenum is very unique, with large flowers and bright colors. It is a perennial evergreen herb. It is also one of the most primitive groups among the orchid plants of and . Wild Paphlegm is a national first-class protected plant, , and it is prohibited to dig. If you find Paphlegm in the wild, don’t dig it. If you like Paphlegm, we can buy the Paphlegm varieties that are cultivated by gardening. For example, Jade Paphlegm is a very excellent Paphlegm variety.
Introduction to Jade Girl Paphiolenum
Paphiolenum has many categories, one of which is very beautiful and extraordinary. It is called Jade Girl Paphiolenum, also known as Hard Leaf Paphiolenum . It is a semi-epipedic plant. flower japonica is drawn from the center of the leaf bush, 10-25cm long, upright and fluffy, with a bud on the top. The flower bud of Jade Girl Paphiodon is pocket-shaped, a bit like a mini big-headed slipper, very cute. The Jade Girl Paphiolenum and the Apricot Yellow Paphiolenum are collectively called "Golden Boy and Jade Girl", and are very popular among flower lovers.
Jade Girl Paphiopedia Maintenance Method
Jade Girl Paphiopedia belongs to Earthenia orchids. It likes a warm and humid environment. When cultivating and managing, you should pay attention to the following points.
1, breathable soil
, Jade Girl Paphiolenum cultivation soil is recommended to use well-ventilated , pine bark , leaf rot soil, rotten saw wood, etc., and potted soil. You can mix 1 part of tree bark, 1 part of leaf mold soil, and 1 part of peat soil before planting it evenly. When putting in the pot, it is best to put a drainage layer on the bottom of the pot to increase the drainage capacity and effectively prevent water accumulation in the pot.
2. Moderate light
Paphiopedia is shade-resistant and not sun-resistant. It can give direct light when the light is soft in winter. It is recommended to maintain it in bright astigmatism in other seasons, especially in summer. The light is strong and should not be direct, otherwise it will be easy to burn the leaves of and .
3. Reasonable fertilizer and water
Paphiopedia likes a moist soil environment. When managing potted plants, you should ensure sufficient moisture and avoid drought. During the growing season of spring and summer, you can water it when the surface of the pot soil becomes dry. In autumn and winter, the temperature gradually drops, and the pot soil becomes slower. Watering should be kept dry and watered thoroughly to avoid water accumulation.
In spring and summer, the Paphiopyramids grow vigorously. Thin fertilizer and water should be applied every 10 days. When there is no flower, you can use the common water-soluble fertilizer . At the same time, apply it once a month, and mix organic fertilizer with fermented sheep manure granules or bean cakes and bone meal. phosphorus and potassium fertilizer should be appropriately applied in autumn and winter to promote root growth and prepare for wintering.
It should be noted that the flowering period of Paphiolanthum is very long, and a flower can bloom for more than a month. During the flowering period, you should pay attention to stop top dressing and water it only. After the flowers are defeated, continue top dressing.
4. Comfortable temperature
Paphiopedia is more sensitive to temperature. During the maintenance process, it is best to maintain a relatively stable ambient temperature and do not change too quickly. When it is above 30 degrees in summer, you should pay attention to frequent sprinkling of water to cool down. It is best to place an air-conditioned room for maintenance in midsummer.
Different varieties of Paphiolenum have different cold resistance. It is recommended to keep outdoors above 10 degrees in winter, and the temperature should not be lower than 0 degrees, otherwise frost damage may occur.
5, Repot
Replace the pot with a pot every 2 years. When repotting, pay attention to protecting the root system, carefully remove the old and rotten roots, and replant them with new soil. After changing the pot, water should be controlled appropriately. Do not let the soil in the pot be too wet, otherwise it will be detrimental to the germination of new roots.
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