Introduction
Potted green plants are an indispensable element of home life. Raising some flowers and plants at home can not only cultivate one's health, but also play a role in decoration. Today I would like to introduce you to a kind of dendrobium that is specially designed for viewing. Now is the season suitable for cultivation. Friends who like dendrobium can take a look.
1. Understanding " Dendrobium "
Dendrobium
This kind of flower is called "Dendrobium odorifera", also called Butterfly Dendrobium , which is a orchid plant A member of the dendrobium family, a species of dendrobium, native to Oceania and other places. There are many horticultural ornamental varieties. They are famous for their large, colorful flowers and diligent flowering. They are excellent ornamental orchids and are widely popular around the world. , novice friends who like orchid flowers can be used as an entry-level practice variety.
The plant shape is beautiful
There are many varieties of Dendrobium, most of which are artificially hybridized and cultivated specifically for viewing, such as splash, pink, crystal, green apple, etc. Plants vary in size. There are large varieties that can grow to nearly two meters, and there are mini varieties that are nearly 10 centimeters. Most varieties are 30-100 centimeters in height. They are very suitable for home potted plants. A small pot with a diameter of 10-15 centimeters can be used. It is easy to grow and does not take up much indoor space.
The flowers are large and colorful.
When they are not blooming, the autumn dendrobium looks similar, but the plant is taller and stronger than the ordinary dendrobium. It can only be identified after blooming. Its flower shape is unique, resembling a butterfly, the flowers are cute and cute, and the colors are rich and colorful. , available in red, green, white, and purple colors. When in full bloom, a group of gorgeous butterflies are dancing, which is vivid and interesting, and has high ornamental value.
Blooming diligently
Traditional National orchid , except Jianlan , they are basically seasonal flowers, blooming only once a year, which is a little bit of a fly in the ointment. Dendrobium, an orchid flower, can bloom several times a year. The flowering period is from late spring to autumn, and will bloom again during the Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day. It can just add a festive atmosphere to the festival. It is early autumn. Important ornamental flowers, in addition to being viewed, can also be smelled. Most dendrobiums have the floral fragrance of orchids.
In addition, the single flower of Dendrobium has a very long flowering period. While other orchids only bloom for a few days and then wither, its flowers can last for two months and are often used as fresh cut flowers. There are also a lot of flowers. The inflorescences are drawn high from the pseudobulbs and bloom one by one from bottom to top. They can bloom from a few to dozens of flowers at the same time. The longer they are grown, the more flowers they bloom, often with multiple stems blooming at once.
2. Suggestions for planting Dendrobium
Master the method and maintain it simply
Dendrobium is a wild orchid with a strong skin and strong adaptability to the environment. It is much easier to grow than other orchid plants. Friends with some experience in orchid cultivation can cultivate it well. , here are some planting suggestions for novice florists:
Flower pots: Unlike roses, Dendrobium has no requirements for cultivation containers. Yan, plastic pots or ceramic flower pots can be used. There should be a water outlet at the bottom, and the diameter should not be too large. Flower pots that are too large can easily lead to excessive water accumulation;
Soil: When growing orchids, the most important thing is the cultivation medium, and its root system It is a fleshy root, different from other flowers. Similarly, common nutrient soil will not work. Instead, use small pebbles, ceramsite, charcoal, bluestone, bark, coconut shells, broken bricks, sphagnum moss and other special orchid culture media with good air permeability (orchids themselves are epiphytes. Epiphytes on dead wood, branches, etc., to simulate this state), not Friends who know how to mix soil can directly choose special soil for orchids, which is available in many flower shops;
A small pot can grow
Suitable environment: Dendrobium odorifera prefers a warm and humid growing environment with bright light and no direct sunlight. Indoor south balcony , under the eaves and other environments are acceptable, as long as there is scattered light;
Watering: Similar to other plants, follow the principle of "seeing dryness and seeing wetness". Water less after dormancy in winter to allow the soil to grow. The soil should be kept relatively dry;
Fertilization: It is generally carried out after new shoots grow in spring. In order to make the plants grow better and bloom more flowers, the measure of "fertilizing thinly and frequently" can be adopted. The fertilizer is preferably compound fertilizer, mixed with water. Dilute and water the roots, 2-monthly 3 times, no fertilization is allowed during winter dormancy;
degree summer and overwintering: in summer, it should be placed in a cool and ventilated place to avoid being exposed to the sun. It only needs to see light in the morning and evening; it is more sensitive to cold, and the overwintering temperature is generally required to be above 8℃. In winter, it is recommended Indoor maintenance.
The "protagonist" of the autumn balcony
Summary: Dendrobium is an orchid specially grown for potted viewing. It has good appearance, is easy to cultivate, blooms diligently, and has a pleasant fragrance. It combines many advantages and is a high-end flower that is relatively close to the people. , friends who like to grow flowers can try it.
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