When is an orchid transplant needed?
Phalaenopsis is very difficult to tolerate a transplant, so it is necessary to do this only in a few cases:
- it is obvious that the plant is cramped in the old container,
- several dead roots appeared (more than 3-5),
- a large amount of mineral salts has accumulated in the substrate,
- the old pot is damaged and needs to be replaced.
The reason for the flower's sensitivity is that its roots are covered with numerous hairs that attach to the substrate particles and thus receive the necessary nutrients and moisture. When the clod breaks down, exposing the roots, most of the hairs are damaged and the plant begins to ache. Therefore, if in the old planting mixture the orchid feels good, actively blooms and develops, but it seems that the pot is already too small, then it is better to do a transshipment. In this case, the soil is slightly moistened, the phalaenopsis is carefully removed from the container and transferred to a new container, adding the required amount of new substrate
It is important that the plant is planted at the same level, not deeper
Knowing how to care for an orchid at home, transplanting it will not cause difficulties. Phalaenopsis is carefully removed from the container and freed from the particles of the planting mixture. With clean, well-sharpened scissors, cut off old and rotten roots, and then rinse the root system in water. Fill a new pot by a third with the substrate and place the plant, then add the rest of the mixture, evenly distributing it between the roots. After transplanting, the soil is slightly moistened, and the flower is provided with rest in a dark place for at least 3-4 days. The transplant is carried out only when the plant has bloomed.
Orchid flower meaning
If you look in the scientific literature, it turns out that this plant is a representative of the orchid family, belongs to the class of monocots and the asparagus type. In Russian, the family that includes this incredibly luxurious flower, recognized all over the world as an aristocrat among other plants, is called more than trivially - orchis.
Actually, the translation of the name of the flower from ancient Greek is also not beautiful - "orchis" means "egg", as it was named because of the rounded rhizomes. But in Latin "orchid" sounds much more noble - "descended from God."
Of course, both names have the right to exist, but what the orchid symbolizes in Latin - and this is neither more nor less, but "the highest perfection", does not at all fit with a simple "testicle".
In different countries, the orchid flower has different meanings associated with cultural characteristics:
Vietnam
In the country, the time of flowering of these luxurious flowers coincides with the celebration of the New Year according to the lunar calendar. This period falls on the beginning of spring and the orchid is for the Vietnamese a symbol of warmth, love, renewal. Its incredible aroma is intoxicating, causing passion and seething in the blood.
Latin American countries
In many states, the flower is not only assigned a huge symbolic load, but it also acts as a national symbol. It was used and continues to be used in rituals, for the manufacture of amulets and amulets.
China
The Chinese associate the main meaning of the orchid with its ability to disperse the dark forces and protect them from them. Archaeologists have discovered images of a flower dating back to 500 BC. NS. Around the same time, Confucius, in one of his treatises, compared "the words of beloved friends with the most delicate scent of orchids."
Greece
For the Greeks, there was no plant more sacred than the orchid.
It becomes clear that the orchid was not just a part of many cultures, but occupied a significant place in them.
Care during and after flowering
Intergeneric hybrid: Doritaenopsis Liu's Sakura 'KF # 2'
For an orchid to bloom, certain conditions are necessary:
- it is necessary to maintain optimal humidity
- sufficiency of natural light
- try to avoid rearranging the pot
- constant temperature
It is impossible to say unequivocally, non-observance of which condition will lead to the absence of flowering. They are all needed together.
Phalaenosis after flowering requires special care. For re-flowering, he needs rest. After pruning, the flower is left alone and waited until it throws out a new flower arrow. The care is the same.
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Interesting facts about the orchid
- The orchid flower is rightfully considered one of the most extraordinary plants, there are many beautiful legends about it. Confucius called the orchid "The King of Fragrant Flowers."
- In the 19th century England was gripped by "orchid fever": the cultivation of orchids was considered a sign of good form, and real collectors were not afraid of the price of 500 pounds for a new plant.
- The amazing beauty of the orchid fascinated Charles Darwin and inspired the scientist to create a fundamental two-volume work on orchids, which is still considered the best in the field.
- Orchids last longer than other flowers in cut, although in many countries it is not customary to give orchids.
- At the end of the 19th century, the largest orchid flower was discovered in the Malay archipelago, its petals reached 90 cm in length.
- According to psychologists, contemplation of a blooming orchid can cure depression. In addition, the orchid does not cause allergies - a rare quality for flowering plants.
Orchid Dracula robledorum
Orchid inseciferous orchid (Ophrys insectifera)
Green orchid
Existence in nature
Unscrupulous sellers often paint white Phalaenopsis with spray paints or injecting dye into the flower stalk of the plant. The sparkles on the petals of the plant should be especially alert.
After 6-12 months, the paint will come out, and the orchid will probably die. To avoid such a nuisance, before purchasing, you must familiarize yourself with the green representatives of the elegant family.
All orchids can be divided into color groups very conditionally. There are many shades of green, white-green, yellow-green, lemon-green, light emerald.
Consider a few greenish orchids, perhaps they will seem yellow to some. The first photo shows a common hybrid Dendrobium Anna Green.
Hybrid Dendrobium Anna Green.
On the second - Phalaenopsis violacea alba, which you rarely see in the store.
Phalaenopsis violacea alba.
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Paphiopedilum or Lady's Slipper. Indeed, the Venus Slipper orchids can be attributed to the green group. We will return to it later;
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Cattleya or Cattleya. Cattleya is also called green - a variety that is not common at home. Its color, if you approach it strictly, is yellow-green;
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Cymbidium (Cymbidium). In flower shops, the Cymbidium orchid with a calm green color of the petals has become widespread. Below in the article we will tell you more about it.
So green orchids are there. In the store, you can choose an exotic beauty for your tropical corner. The variety of its shapes and colors inspires breeders to develop new varieties and hybrids.
Cymbidium lowianum.
Cymbidium lowianum var. concolor.
The orchid family itself, according to some sources, has more than 880 types or genera. Inside them, up to 22,000 different species are distinguished. Despite the size of the family, only a few dozen bred hybrids are suitable for a home flower collection.
Giant cymbidium (Cumbidium giganteum).
When crossing several species, breeders take into account the color, aroma, flower size, ease of care and reproduction.
Some varieties
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Phragmipedium long-leaved (Phragmipedium) refers to lithophytes or terrestrial orchids.In the genus Fragmipedia there are up to 25 species, long-leaved is the largest representative: leaf length up to 60 cm, inflorescence more than one meter. On the peduncle there are up to ten flowers (about 15 cm in diameter) with purple-green petals and a brown-green lip, blossoming alternately;
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Brassavola is an epiphyte with up to 30 species of varieties and hybrids. Recognizable by the subtle evening aroma. This complex hybrid is often bred for cutting. The flowers of Brassavola are large and beautiful;
Advice! Between waterings, the substrate at Brassavola should dry out well.
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Phalaenopsis violacea alba is a white form with green tips on the petals and yellow lateral parts of the lips. The species has several dozen hybrids;
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Lady's slipper (Paphiopedilum) - epiphyte or semi-epiphyte. The varieties share characteristic features: the greenish saccular lip of the orchid resembles a slipper or slipper. A pseudobulb is not formed in a flower, the leaves are collected in a rosette, a peduncle with one waxy flower;
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Cymbidium (Cymbidium) - epiphyte, the most common type of green color, grown for exquisite bouquets, hybrids develop well at home.
Some species are lithophytes and terrestrial plants.
Propagated by pseudobulbs and new sockets. Peduncles are found in different shapes (up to 1.2 m in length): straight, curved or hanging. The flowers are large, 10-20 cm in diameter.
How is phalaenopsis different from dorithenopsis?
Doritenopsis is a species of the genus Phalaenopsis, was obtained by crossing orchids - Doritis and the Phalaenopsis itself.
But there are still differences between them:
The main visual difference will be the color of the flowers: in Doritenopsis, they are large in size and have a crimson color with a pink color. Has a more varied range and size. In all other respects, their structure will be absolutely the same;
Doritenopsis is a species of the genus Phalaenopsis from the orchid family.
The care also differs: for most boles it is recommended to dry the substrate a little, but for doritenopsis this is unacceptable. Dry filler in a pot can adversely affect development, the stem can shed flowers and buds. In addition, the temperature regime is also slightly different: for doritenopsis, it is enough to maintain +20 all year round with high humidity, this temperature is suitable for phalaenopsis only during the dormant period. For flowering and reproduction, they need higher thermometer readings.
The answer to the question of what is the difference between phalaenopsis and dorithenopsis is simple - phalaenopsis is a genus, and dorithenopsis is a species of this genus.
Top dressing and trimming of boles is carried out identically.
Distinctive features
"Singolo, the first single-colored orchid, is a striking species," says Dutch phalaenopsis specialist Opti-flor. The company demonstrated this new product at the IPM 2014 international trade fair in Essen, Germany.
"It is unique in its kind, preceded by a long-term selection and hybridization process in Opti-flors." The result is described as a compact plant with one beautiful large white flower. Due to its small size, the plant only needs a small amount of space in the house.
Although the orchid is exclusively a white phalaenopsis, the company also displays a pink 'Singolo' variety. Many seasoned orchid growers disagree that this is a truly created hybrid. It is noted that manufacturers are misleading consumers.
With many plants sold, it can be clearly seen that the stem of the flower is cut to make only one large flower. The opinion is expressed about the use of "compressing" retardants.
Orchid
All stems belonging to the orchid family are called orchids. Scientists claim that it is the oldest on our planet.
According to scientists, the orchid is one of the oldest plants on earth.
It includes more than 75,000 species, including phalaenopsis. There are three groups of plants:
- Epiphytic, or growing without soil;
- Terrestrial, which need soil for development and growth;
- Underground, they spend their entire life under a layer of soil.
They are distributed all over the globe, they cannot grow only in the Far North and in the deserts of the planet.
The ideal growing conditions are tropical forests with high air humidity. There are varieties that thrive in temperate latitudes.
Most species vary greatly, the relationship to the family is determined by:
- On accrete stamens of flowers;
- By pollen that cannot spread through the air on its own.
Important! Orchids need insects to pollinate.
Types of orchids, names, descriptions and photos
The modern classification of orchids, developed by the American scientist Dressler, contains 5 subfamilies, each of which is subdivided into several genera and many species:
apostasy (Apostasioideae)
A primitive subfamily consisting of 2 genera: Neuwiedia and Apostasia, and 16 orchid species, which are small herbaceous perennials. These orchids grow in Australia, New Guinea, Indochina and Japan.
Orchid of the genus Apostasia (Apostasia)
Orchid of the genus Neuwiedia
cypripedia (Cypripedioideae)
They represent 5 genera and 130 species of orchids, consisting of terrestrial, rocky and epiphytic perennial grasses. One of the famous genera is the Lady's slipper, 5 varieties of which are found in Russia. The range of the subfamily is distributed over the temperate, tropical and subtropical latitudes of all continents, except for Africa.
Lady's slipper (Cypripedium calceolus)
vanilla (Vanilloideae)
This subfamily includes 15 genera containing 180 species of orchids. Herbaceous plants or vines are distinguished by a large number of flowers in the inflorescence. The fruits of the Vanilla genus contain vanillin, which is widely used as a spice, perfumery and pharmacology. These orchids grow in the tropics of the African continent, Central, South America and Asian countries.
Orchid subfamily vanilla (Latin Vanilloideae)
epidendrae (Epidendroideae)
The largest subfamily consists of more than 500 genera, forming over 20 thousand orchid species. They are epiphytic perennials, less often terrestrial grasses, extremely rarely vines. Dactylostalix, listed in the Red Book of Russia, is considered a remarkable genus. And also the genus Cattleya, distinguished by fragrant, large, exceptionally beautiful inflorescences. These orchids grow in the temperate, tropical and subtropical zones of all continents.
Dactylostalix (lat.Dactylostalix ringens)
Cattleya Orchid
orchids (orchids) (Orchidoideae)
The subfamily unites 208 genera and almost 4 thousand species of perennial terrestrial plants with an erect stem. The genus of orchids Anacamptis (Latin Anacamptis) with beautiful spike-shaped inflorescences of bright color is considered interesting. And also representatives of the genus Palchatokorennik, or Dactyloriza (Latin Dactylorhiza), the dried roots of which are used in case of poisoning and as a nutritional component in depletion. These orchids are found on all continents except Antarctica. The genus Phalaenopsis (lat. Phalaenopsis) is also very common, it is the representatives of this genus that are widely cultivated at home.
Anacamptis pyramidal (lat.Anacamptis pyramidalis)
Anacampis (lat.Anacamptis papilionacea subsp. Grandiflora)
May fingernail (lat.Dactylorhiza majalis)
Fingering (orchis) fuchs (lat.Dactylorhiza fuchsii)
Reproduction
You can practice the breeding procedure from mid-February to the end of May. First, it is necessary to stimulate the plant by arranging for it to change the temperature regime to activate the flower bud (the daytime temperature is high, the nighttime temperature is low, with a difference of 5-10, but not more than degrees).
Reproduction by children
If you notice that children have formed on the peduncle, leave them to develop, and only when leaves appear on them (2 pieces), and air roots (at least 5 cm) can they be carefully separated. The plant must be placed in a separate pot and subsequently looked after as an adult.
Reproduction by peduncles
A couple of months after flowering, the peduncle is cut off at the very base and divided into equal parts, provided that there is a dormant bud on each cut cut. Be sure to do the processing of the cuts with charcoal, and put the cuttings in a prepared greenhouse with moistened moss. For successful growth, the plant needs good lighting and an air temperature of at least 25-27 degrees Celsius.
Reproduction by division
If your plant has a large and powerful rosette with 6-8 leaves, rosette division can be done. Cut off the top of the plant with aerial roots and a couple of leaves, carefully treat the cut points with charcoal or activated carbon and plant it in a separate container. Within 2-3 years, the plant will get stronger and will flower.
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