How to raise broad-leaf red orchids

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1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

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It is relatively small, with an overall height between twelve and forty centimeters. The stem is upright and relatively strong. Its leaves are alternate and oblong or oval in shape. Its flower bracts are also upright, lanceolate, and blue-purple, purple-red or rose-colored. It is widely distributed in the northwest, northeast, and southwest regions, and is also grown abroad.

1. Maintenance methods

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: The requirements for the broad-leaf red orchid are not too high and can be maintained at 15 to 30 degrees. Do not stay in an environment that is too hot, especially if the ventilation is poor. Its cold resistance is quite good, so you generally don’t need to pay attention to it in winter.

2. Light: The broad-leaf orchid likes light very much. Without good sunshine, it will grow very slowly and it will not bloom easily. Generally speaking, there is no harm in full sunlight. Try to place it in a place with sufficient sunlight. In winter, don't be too dark, as it will have a negative impact on its winter survival.

3. Watering: Broad-leaf orchids need water many. When it is growing very vigorously, it usually needs to be watered every two or three days. In hot summer, it usually needs to be done once a day. The best time to water is in the morning and evening, such as around ten o'clock or around four o'clock in the afternoon.

4. Fertilization: Broad-leaf red orchids require a lot of fertilizer, which can be applied once every ten days. However, the concentration should not be too high. It needs to be diluted before use.

2. Breeding skills

1 , Propagation: One commonly used method is the division method. Available in both spring and fall. Generally speaking, a plant can be divided about once every three years. When dividing, each section should have at least five pseudobulbs. Before dividing the plants, it is best to reduce watering. After planting, you need to first place the tiles on the bottom of the pot, and then lay a layer of substrate. After placing the plants, add some soil. After planting, place it in a cool place for ten to fifteen days.

2. Repot: once a year or two years. It is most suitable to do it in March and April or October and November. If you want to change the flower pot, it is best to choose one with a smaller mouth and a larger depth. The new soil can be peat soil, or soil specifically for orchids.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1 Disease: During the rainy season, a disease that is very likely to appear is "white silk disease", which will cause the stems and roots to break. Pentachloronitrobenzene can be used to prevent and control water.

2. Pests: The most important species are "scale insects", also known as "blue lice", which can be removed manually or sprayed with pesticides.

4. Other questions

1 , Toxicity: It is non-toxic and can also be used as medicinal material.

2. Whether it can be kept at home: It is very ornamental and can be kept at home. Pay attention to provide good sunlight.

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

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