How to raise crab claw orchid

Last Update :2024.06.17

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1. Breeding methods:

2. Prevention and control of pests and diseases:


Soil: It is best to use breathable, soft soil for cultivating crab claw orchids. The prepared soil can be exposed to the sun to achieve sterilization. Ventilation: Place it in a ventilated place with scattered light. Temperature: Its optimal growth temperature is 15~25℃. Light: It is a short-day plant and does not require a long period of light.


How to raise crab claw orchid
1. Breeding methods:

1. Breeding methods:

1. Soil

It is best to use breathable, soft soil for breeding crab claws. The prepared soil can be exposed to the sun to achieve Bactericidal effect.

2. Watering

The watering time of crab claw orchid should change according to the changes of seasons. In winter, it is usually enough to water once every 4-5 days. However, due to the relatively high temperature in summer, If it is high, the soil will become dry more easily, so the watering time should be shortened to once every 1-2 days.

Crab Claw Orchid

3. Fertilization

< p> Do not water the crab claw orchid before fertilizing. The effect of fertilizing is best when the soil is dry, and fertilizing is generally concentrated between September and October and April and June.

4. Lighting

Crab claw orchid is a short-day plant. Short lighting time can greatly promote its growth, while long lighting time will hinder its growth.

5. Temperature

The most suitable temperature is between 15 and 25℃. When the temperature is high in summer, it is necessary to cool down appropriately, while in winter the indoor temperature should be maintained at 15°C as much as possible, and the minimum should not be lower than 5°C.

Crab Claw Orchid

2. Prevention and control of pests and diseases:

If the air is relatively dry and the ventilation is poor, spider mites and scale insects can easily breed in crab claws. Therefore, when raising it, you should pay attention to giving it better ventilation conditions, and spray water in time to increase the air humidity. After discovering pests, deal with them promptly.

Crab Claw Orchid


2. Prevention and control of pests and diseases:
















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