Cultivation methods and precautions for Cypripedium striata

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1. Watering

2. Fertilization

3. Environment

It is a type of orchid. Its appearance is very unique and beautiful. The flowers it blooms look like they are dancing. It is a fan-veined orchid. Found mostly in deep mountains, it has a very attractive appearance, but sadly it is now endangered. So if you are lucky enough to have such a potted flower, you must take good care of it. Let’s take a look at what you should pay attention to when raising it today.

1. Watering

Watering is very important during the growth period of orchids. Once there is a lack of water or improper water supply, it will lead to poor growth, root rot, and black spots on the leaves. Symptoms etc. The best time to water is in the morning or evening. Pay special attention not to water at noon. When watering, do not water directly at the head. You can choose to use clean, non-polluted, slightly acidic water when watering your flowers. Pay attention to the watering method. Generally, spray watering is used, which can increase the humidity in the air and also wash the leaves. The temperature of the water also needs to be paid attention to. Do not use water that is too cold in winter. You should leave it indoors for a while first. Water temperature of 15℃ is most suitable for watering flowers. Of course, water with too high temperature should not be used to water flowers in summer.

2. Fertilization

Usual Farmyard manure can be used as fertilizer, but it should be piled up and decomposed for more than a year before fertilizing. When applying fertilizer, pay attention to apply fertilizer along the edge of the pot, and do not let the fertilizer contact the roots or the leaves. When fertilizing, you can also choose to spray fertilizer on the leaves, which can also reduce the damage of fertilizer to the roots of orchids and allow orchids to better absorb nutrients. When the orchids start to grow and develop, they will not need much fertilizer. Apply thin liquid fertilizer every ten to fifteen days. Fertilization at this time should be based on natural organic matter, which can make it grow more robustly.

3. Environment

Planting orchids You can choose a place that has sunlight but can block the scorching sun, and the air should be clean and maintain a relatively high air humidity. You should also pay attention to the temperature. When the temperature drops below zero in winter, move it into a warm room in time to avoid frostbite. The temperature should be kept at 15℃ in winter and 5℃ at night. In late autumn and early winter, it is necessary to promote the maturity of plants by heating. It must not be heated continuously 24 hours a day, and the heating temperature cannot be too high, not exceeding 25°C.

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