Flowering period management of Paphiopedilum

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Paphiopedilum, also known as slipper orchid, is a perennial herbaceous plant with unique flowers and pocket-shaped lips. The editor below will share with you the flowering period management of Paphiopedilum.

Flowering period management of Paphiopedilum

Fertilizer and water management

Appropriate fertilization is required. Apply phosphorus, potassium fertilizer and an appropriate amount of nitrogen fertilizer during the growth period of Paphiopedilum. It is not advisable to apply too much nitrogen fertilizer. Once too much nitrogen fertilizer is applied, it will cause the Paphiopedilum to grow lushly and have green leaves, but it will not bloom. If enough phosphorus fertilizer is not applied, the Paphiopedilum will not bloom. The editor recommends that flower friends apply decomposed thin cake fertilizer and water. If flower lovers have enough time, it is best to spray 1‰ of potassium dihydrogen phosphate every 10 to 15 days, spraying on the leaves to allow it to be fully absorbed.

Temperature control and shading

Since the origin of Paphiopedilum is low latitude and high altitude areas, it is not suitable for its growth in environments where the temperature is too high or too low. Paphiopedilum should pay attention to heat preservation when spending the winter. The daytime temperature should be around 15~20℃, and the night temperature should be kept above 10℃. Paphiopedilum likes sunlight, but when maintaining it, care should be taken to avoid direct sunlight. In autumn, 70% of the sunlight should be blocked, and in winter, 50% of the sunlight should be blocked to ensure its healthy flowering. Paphiopedilum likes a humid environment, but its drought resistance is relatively poor, and the flowering period is in dry winter, so be sure to keep it moist and spray some water around the flower pot from time to time to maintain air humidity. If the humidity is not enough, it will cause the leaves to wither and turn yellow, which is not conducive to flowering.

When Paphiopedilum is in flowering stage, flower lovers Take good care of them!

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