White orchid varieties

How to care for Phalaenopsis orchid after purchase?

You brought a flower to your home after purchasing and the first thing you need to do is create optimal conditions for its comfortable "living" and early adaptation.

1. Choosing the right place for the flower - place the plant pot on the windowsill on the west or northeast side. If all the windows of your apartment face south, curtain the window with light tulle, and place the orchid not on the windowsill itself, but on the table next to it. Rotate the plant 90-180 degrees every couple of weeks to avoid tilting to one side.
2. The air temperature in the room should be 17-25 ° С - the most comfortable for the growth and flowering of phalaenopsis. The plant can withstand temperature drops below 15 ° C, as well as above 32 ° C, but you do not need to "test the patience" of this exotic flower, otherwise it will shed flowers, and its leaves will wither.
3. The indicator of air humidity is 30-40%, ventilation of the air is required, without which the leaves can become stained and the roots can rot. If the air in the room is dry, place a container of water on the windowsill.
4. Watering the plant - although the phalaenopsis flower is quite patient, regular watering is required, and how and when to produce it - we will describe in detail below.

Reproduction

Phalaenopsis The main condition for reproduction is that the flower must be absolutely healthy, with a well-developed root system and a basal rosette of 5-8 dense, fleshy leaves. Phalaenopsis can be propagated in several ways:

• Reproduction of Falnopsis by children.

  In all Phalaenopsis varieties, with proper care, not flowers periodically appear on the peduncles, but the so-called children with their air roots 3-5 cm long. They can be planted in a separate pot.

  1. first they need to be carefully separated from the mother plant;
  2. dry;
  3. process the cuts with charcoal;
  4. then place in a pot with orchid substrate and wait for the new plant to grow.

  Even if you do not plan to propagate the plant, the children need to be separated; otherwise, over time, too many children can harm the plant, it will weaken and wither.

• Reproduction by dividing the bush.

  In an adult orchid, several basal rosettes form over time.

  In early spring, best during transplanting, the plant can be divided into several specimens. Each will have its own root system and its own leaves.

  1. using a clean knife, the plant is carefully divided, and the places of the cuts are sprinkled with coal;
  2. it is better to leave the plant overnight to dry out;
  3. then plant in a pot of pine bark and charcoal soil.
• Peduncle cuttings.

  This is the most popular breeding method.

  1. after the plant has faded, the peduncle is cut off with a disinfected knife and divided into several parts at least 3-4 cm long and always with a dormant bud;
  2. the places of the cuts are sprinkled with coal;
  3. it is better to plant cuttings in sphagnum moss using a mini greenhouse or container with a lid;
  4. cuttings are placed in a warm, bright place and soon they begin to grow.

We offer you to watch a video about the methods and techniques for the reproduction of phalaenopsis.

Method 1:

Method 2:

Diseases and pests

When buying a beautiful and noble orchid in a store, we first of all pay attention to the size of the buds, the elasticity of the leaves of the plant and do not think about the presence of dangerous insects in the substrate

Major pests

To detect harmful insects, it is necessary to carry out some measures:

• before putting the orchid in its permanent place, it is immersed in water together with the pot. At the same time, pests come to the surface that can be destroyed;
• carefully examine the inside of the leaves, buds and roots, and if insects are detected, destroy them.

There are two types of orchid pests that infect the orchid itself or hide in the substrate and destroy the plant's roots. The main ones include:

• spider mite;
• shield;
• thrips.

The spider mite mainly infects the leaves of the plant. It manifests itself in the form of small dots that lead to discoloration and drying of orchid leaves. The buds wither and fall off. To eliminate ticks, the flowerpot is placed in water and the insects are manually collected from the plant.

Advice! Spraying the stems and the substrate with a phytoverm solution helps.

The scale insect feeds on orchid juices. Thus, this pest takes away nutrients from the plant and contributes to the occurrence of rot and fungi. To destroy the pest, the flower should be washed, sprayed with actellic solution and transplanted into a new substrate.

Thrips are tiny bugs that infect almost the entire plant, from buds to root systems. They suck the sap from the plant, feed on young roots and shoots. To destroy the insect, apply a 3-time spraying with a phytoverm solution every 10 days.

Viral diseases

This type of disease at home is almost impossible to detect. The virus does not appear for a long time and occurs only under unfavorable conditions. For example, if a plant is stressed by overheating, drying out or hypothermia.

Due to the fact that there is practically no cure for viral diseases, the affected flower is thrown away. To avoid this, you need to constantly maintain favorable conditions for the growth and development of the plant.

Fungal lesions

Damage to orchids by fungi occurs due to improper watering of the plant. In this case, the substrate becomes waterlogged and rotted, which leads to the appearance of a gray bloom on the leaves and shoots. The cause of the appearance of fungi may be overheating of the flower, lack of ventilation in the room.

In the fight against fungi, spraying with special solutions effectively helps. Treatment is carried out every 7-10 days, until the complete destruction of the disease.

Rot

Rot is caused by fungi and harmful bacteria. In this case, the leaves and roots of the plant rot. In addition, the leaves darken and become soft. Rot appears due to high humidity and high temperature in the room.

Control measures include removing the affected parts of the plant and completely replacing the substrate.

The main features of flowering

There are many features. Everyone has it. Here are some:

• Dendrobium needs enhanced care, namely watering and feeding with the appearance of inflorescences. And even if they did not appear;
• Wanda flowers are smaller when blooming and the color is not so bright. But after a few days they acquire a characteristic color and size.

Period

• If you wish, you can pick up orchids that will bloom alternately all year round;
• Most grow from the end of winter;
• Some have time to bloom a couple of times in a year. And no problem;
• Others bloom continuously.

Duration

• Phalaenopsis and dendrobium bloom on average for 8 weeks (or more than 2 months);
• Wanda with good care and conditions can bloom for about three months. The first flowering when buying young plants with at least 5 leaves can be two years later:
  • You can extend flowering when buds appear by increasing the number of waterings;
  • Or raise the night temperature by five degrees;
  • Do not do it at the same time.

Is it possible to repeat?

• None of the florists buy an orchid for one bloom. They know that these plants are perennials;
• But re-flowering is eagerly awaited. This will indicate proper care. And your ability to grow such beauties. No matter how they say, they are capricious;
• Those who take it as a gift somehow do not think about it. Maybe take a dyed one. At the time of purchase, they look great.

Important! Take your time to remove faded peduncles. Different types of plants

Some species form new and new buds on the peduncles. Let them dry out a little and turn yellow. The penechek is left about 1 cm and sealed with garden putty.

Stimulation

Skillful water management helps stimulate new blooms. For example. For Wanda:

• Reduce watering for two weeks;
• Reduce temperature to 16.

Reproduction methods

There are three ways to propagate this plant at home, each of them has a specific planting technique.

By dividing the bush

The plant is removed from the pot, shaken off the substrate. The bush is divided into several parts so that each division has 2-3 tubers. The cut areas are sprinkled with charcoal.

The orchid can be propagated at home.

After that, they are planted in a nutrient substrate intended for growing this culture.

Children

Babies are formed in mature plants at the top of the stem. They are separated together with a piece of the shoot, so that the bottom and top are 2-3 cm each.

The cut areas are powdered with crushed charcoal. Then they are planted in a soil mixture of steamed pine bark and finely fractionated sphagnum moss.

Cuttings

This is the easiest way to grow an orchid at home:

the flower arrow is cut immediately after flowering and divided into segments 3-4 cm long;
it is important that there is one kidney on each section.

On both sides, the segments are disinfected with powdered coal. They are planted in a plastic container with sphagnum moss. As soon as the plantings grow and grow 1-2 roots, it can be transplanted into a substrate for plants.

Further care for new specimens is the same as for adults - they are regularly watered, fertilized, and, if necessary, pruned.

Types and varieties

The pure snow-white color of orchid petals is rare, usually the buds have specks or some shades, for example, pink, cream, yellow. The most common are white orchids with purple spots, since it is this color that is as close to natural as possible. Among the phalaenopsis, the following popular varieties can be distinguished.

Royal

Differs in very large flowers up to 15 cm

When growing a royal white orchid, it is important to observe the temperature range of + 22-24 degrees. In the autumn, for a couple of months, the royal phalaenopsis is recommended to be rearranged in a room where the temperature is set at +14 degrees

This procedure will be the impetus for a good, abundant flowering.

The full content of the royal variety is possible only in a transparent container, then the roots will receive the necessary amount of light, which will contribute to an increase in photosynthesis.

Multiflora

This species is characterized by its compact size and a large number of colors. When caring for multiflora, a florist should be very careful in watering and feeding. It is best to use liquid fertilizers specially formulated for orchids.

Wanda

This flower has an amazing caramel fragrance and long flowering. It has a dense stem and weighty aerial roots that can grow up to 2 m. One specimen can produce up to four peduncles, each of which gives 15 buds. Caring for this variety is the same as for classic phalaenopsis, but many recommend growing the plant in a glass container with good drainage.

Mini and midi

Mini is a compact specimen with leaves up to 9 cm and a small number of buds and peduncles. Midi is a larger variety, although it is also far from the classic orchid. The size of its leaves is 15-16 cm.

This white orchid has petals that resemble a moth, which is why the flower was named so.

"White Heron"

This variety is a favorite of Japanese flower growers. Its buds are like a flying bird with pearly white wings. This type is finicky, it is demanding on watering and lighting, therefore it is not suitable for a novice florist.

Varieties with photos

Below we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the description of all the most common varieties of the phalaenopsis orchid species, their names and photos:

Amabilis

Also known as "pleasant", "adorable" (Amabilis).

Tall view with peduncles up to 1 meter, which can be branched. It is impossible to remove the peduncle, only in case of damage and death.
Each peduncle has 20-30 flowers, exuding a pleasant aroma

The shade of the petals is snow-white or very light.
In its natural environment, amabilis lives in the tropics.
For growing at home, you should pay attention to the fact that amabilis will need a high level of humidity - about 80%.

Schindler

1. Another tropical orchid species. Differs in tough oblong leaves.
2. Peduncles can reach a height of 1.5 m. Such giants can hold up to 200 flowers.
3. The shade of the petals is light pink.
4. Blooms from January to May.
5. It is worth strictly observing the temperature regime.

Learn more about Schiller's pink orchid and the intricacies of caring for it here.

Stuart (Stuartiana)

• A plant with a branching peduncle is characterized by lush and reusable flowering.
• The main flower is white with red dots, the lip is colored light yellow with the same dots, but darker.
• For optimal development, they maintain high humidity, high levels of illumination and correct temperature conditions.

Sandera

1. A very rare exotic species and, as a result, quite expensive.
2. The peculiarity is that sandera blooms with light pink large flowers all year round.
3. Several dark green, slightly pointed leaves (usually no more than 6) fit on a short stem.
4. Air humidity is required high - 75-80%.
5. Peduncle length can reach 80 cm and hold up to 50 flowers.
6. The aroma of this species is practically absent.

Horse (Equestris)

• Miniature species, most common in Taiwan and the Philippines.
• The peculiarity of the horse phalaenopsis is that while it blooms, old leaves fade and die off, and new ones constantly appear.
• Small flowers 2-3 cm in diameter have a variety of colors: from pale pink to bright lilac.
• The flower stalk is purple in color and reaches a length of 30 cm.

Mix (Mix)

1. An easy-to-care flower that produces flowers several times a year.
2. Ideal for home keeping.
3. Ventilation of the room should be arranged, temporarily removing the plant from the draft.
4. The diameter of the flower is 2-5 cm, the color varies from light pink to bright purple.

An overview of popular varieties and rules for growing Phalaenopsis Mix can be found here.

Philadelphia

• To obtain a view, scientists combined the phalaenopsis of Schiller and Stuart.
• The flowers are not large, painted in pink-lilac tones with a yellowish center.
• The homeland of the flower is the Philippines.
• The care required is the same as for those species of orchids that were crossed to obtain Philadelphia.

Sakura

1. It is distinguished by the most delicate color of the leaves - a white border and a colored middle of calm pink and lilac tones.
2. The edges of the petals are corrugated.
3. The variety is very hardy, the stem is short and thick.
4. The plant produces curved peduncles a couple of times a year.

Luddemanniana

• Leaves are light green, oval oblong, 25 cm long and 12 cm wide.
• The peak of the flowering period, when the plant requires abundant watering, is December-March.
• The color of the flowers is exotic: transverse chaotically arranged purple stripes on a different background: from yellow to purple.

Giant (Gigantea)

1. Leathery leaves fully justify the name and can reach 1 m in length and 40 cm in width.
2. The peduncle grows up to 40 cm, a hanging or curved shape is characteristic.
3. The color is distinguished by yellow and cream shades with all kinds of specks, streaks and strokes of purple and brown tones.
4. A peculiarity of the species is the citrus scent of flowers.
5. An adult specimen holds up to a hundred flowers.
6. The first flowering can be expected for a very long time: from 4 years or more.

Pink (Rosea)

• Miniature variety 20-30 cm high, flowers no more than 3 cm in diameter.
• Growing area: river banks in the Philippines.
• The bright pink heart is framed with light pink petals.
• Requires a high level of humidity and appropriate temperature conditions.

Parishii

1. One of the smaller varieties with a very interesting flower structure. The light petals contrast with the broad, dark lip of a brown or burgundy hue.
2. Flowers no more than 2 cm in girth.

Purple orchids: photos and varieties

Purple colors and tones can be found in many orchids. Monochromatic less often. But there are many color options. Here you have lilac, and purple, and maroon and many others. Let's find out the names of the varieties of some purple orchids.

Dendrobium

• An easily recognizable species among orchids:
• On a high trunk, consisting of segments, the leaves are almost evenly spaced. They are elliptical;
• The stem ends with a peduncle with 10-12 flowers. On certain types, the peduncle of each leaf;
• New leaf rosettes are formed on the rhizomes;
• Over 1500 species are known. Some dendrobiums have the smell of hyacinth. Few species are grown at home:

  • Dendrobium Parisha. Parishii;

  • Nobile (excellent). Noble, famous - this is about him;

  • Dendrobium phalaenopsis. Many colors. Including dark purple. Blooms for two months. And even half a year;

  • King. Dendrobium kingianum. Miniature plants of moderate cold type from Eastern Australia. 30-40 cm tall. The flowers are small - from pink to purple;

  • Dendrobium starclass.

Dendrobium Starclass nobile blossom.

Wanda

Quite large epiphytic orchid:

• Strong long roots;
• The stems are overgrown with long leaves;
• Wanda has about 50 species in nature. Not so many were raised for rooms;
• Including with purple colors;
• These flowers, even when cut, can retain their fresh appearance for more than two weeks:

  • Wanda is blue;

  • Sander;

  • Rothschild;

  • Kultana. Very aromatic;

  • Fuchs;

  • Gordon Dillon;

  • Sansai Blue.

Cattleya

• Cattleya. She owes her name to the gardener William Cattley. He raised her in his greenhouse. And I was able to realize;
• About 40 of its species are known. And almost a thousand varieties;
• Up to a dozen flowers can be on one plant. It is they who distinguish it among the orchids. The lip is peculiar. And large sizes;
• It is she who can please you with numerous shades of purple;
• And with an amazing smell. Maybe a lily of the valley. Or Lilies:

  • Triana. Cotlleya Trianaei. It grows in height almost up to half a meter. And flowers - up to 20 cm in diameter;

  • Bowling. Its height is up to 70 cm. Flowers are up to 7 cm in diameter;

  • Eclipse. Very large flowers;

  • Margaret Degtnhardt Satyrn;

  • This is not all. Another violet is present in Cattleya Skinner, Ekland and others.

Phalaenopsis

• Florists consider Phalaenopsis to be the most "capricious" among orchids and the most popular among them. They were counted as fluttering moths in the twilight. And they called it similar to butterflies;
• The genus includes more than 70 species of orchids;
• The sizes and colors depend on the type;
• 5-7 green leaves. They can also be with marble shades. Their length can be from 20 to 30 cm;
• Velamena light green roots well visible in a transparent container;

• There are few peduncles: one or two. Their length is from 20 to 70 cm;
• And the flowers on them delight. 3-4 to 20 pieces. And even more;
• All flowers are like butterflies. Multi-colored;
• Phalaenopsis has many purple variants. Veins of this color. Spots, dots and stripes:

  • Lueddemanniana. Luddemann. Miniature orchid. Whole view. The peduncle reaches 20 cm with difficulty. It has 5-7 flowers. 4-5 cm in diameter;

  • Schiller. Purple streaks on a white background are very visible. From February to May, it blooms;

  • Pink. Miniature orchid. Flowers up to 3 cm in diameter. But there will be 15 of them. And the height of the peduncle is up to 30 cm;

  • Horse. Phalaenopsis Equestris. Also a miniature orchid. Spring and autumn will bestow small flowers 2-3 cm in diameter. The peduncle is dark purple in color. It has 10-15 flowers. The peduncle is cut off only when it has dried up;

  • Cleopatra. Phalaenopsis Cleopatra;

  • Amsterdam Jordan. Phalaenopsis Amsterdam Jordan;

  • Elegant Debora;

  • Elegant Dream Diamond;

  • Spider Beauty;

  • Purple. Phalaenopsis violacea. Very pleasant aroma. Flowers 5-6 cm in diameter. But there are not many of them;

  • Parisha. Parishii. Several peduncles up to 15 cm. Flowers only 2 cm, but long lasting. Fruit and candy aroma.

Landing

• First, we will choose a flat pot with low sides, it is better to take a ceramic one;

• We fill it with a pre-prepared soil mixture of the following composition: universal soil 1 part, peat 1 part, sand ½ part. Mix everything well and fill the pot, first put the drainage;

• The tubers are placed shallow, about 1 cm below the sides. Top can be covered with moss;
• Water liberally and place the pot on a well-lit windowsill.

Sprouts may appear in two weeks, after which it is worth slightly increasing the frequency of watering. Planting is usually done in early spring, after a dormant period. Most often, planting is carried out from the seeds of this type of orchid.

Phalaenopsis orchid transplant at home step by step

Orchid transplant is carried out in such cases:

• Necessarily every three years - it is after this period of time that the substrate cakes and needs to be replaced.
• If the roots are heavily branching and sprout through the drainage, but in this case, you need to wait until the end of flowering.
• The plant may need a transplant after purchase - if the substrate for phalaenopsis from the store seems large to you, carefully transfer it into a new enlarged container, which was previously paved with drainage, and add fresh soil - with a bark of a smaller fraction.

It is better to transplant phalaenopsis after the end of its flowering, in early or mid-spring. It is better to use a new substrate, but if it is not possible to make it, wash, boil and dry the old filler dry. As a drainage, a 5 cm flooring made of expanded clay or polystyrene is perfect, and we talked about how to make a substrate on our own above. Let's start:

Move the flower to partial shade. After 5-7 days, watering is done, and complementary foods are allowed no earlier than a month after transplantation.

Description

Orchids of the genus Habenaria have more than 600 species that prefer a temperate and tropical climate:

• Asia;
• Africa;
• South America.

Plants are widespread on the territory of Russia:

• In the Far East,
• In Primorye
• And the Amur region.

The orchid of the genus Habenaria radiata White Egret belongs to terrestrial deciduous plants that completely shed greens and stems during the dormant period.

Japan is considered its homeland, where the plant has been cultivated for many years. In the yards of ordinary Japanese and in rich people in gardens and indoor pots, this plant can often be found.

The White Heron differs from other representatives of the genus by its extraordinary colors; they have a shape that resembles a bird flying up.

It is almost impossible to confuse this plant with other species or varieties, it is distinguished by:

• Small, oblong and narrow leaves;
• Relatively small peduncles;
• Custom colors.

Important! The White Heron, like all orchids, will only grow and develop in high humidity. During flowering, the pot of soil should not dry out, but during the dormant period it is important not to flood the plant .. Habenaria radiata is classified as a protected plant

Despite the fact that almost every Japanese family actively grows it, the plant is dying out, this is due to changing climatic conditions and environmental pollution.

Habenaria radiata is classified as a protected plant. Despite the fact that almost every Japanese family actively grows it, the plant is dying out, this is due to changing climatic conditions and environmental pollution.

The White Heron lives up to its name, its flowers are snow-white, almost transparent. Now many breeders are breeding new varieties of this type of orchid with different petal colors, but white is considered the most common.