Cultivating flowers and plants is a good thing to cultivate one's temperament and purify one's soul. In the world of flowering pot plants, not all varieties are suitable for beginners. Some flowering pot plants have become "difficult cases" in the eyes of flower enthusiasts due to their unique growth habits and high requirements for maintenance conditions. Let's uncover these most difficult-to-care-for flowering pot plants, understand their characteristics, and how to care for them properly.
OrchidThe orchid is known as the "gentleman of flowers" for its elegant form and unique fragrance, which has won the love of many people. However, the maintenance of orchids is very particular, with high requirements for humidity, temperature, light, and other conditions. According to the "China Flower News", orchids are prone to yellow leaves and rotting roots during maintenance, which is a challenge for beginners.
PhalaenopsisPhalaenopsis has been a popular type of flower in recent years, with its colorful and beautifully shaped flowers. The difficulty of caring for Phalaenopsis is no less than that of orchids. It requires suitable temperature, humidity, and lighting conditions, and also has high requirements for soil. According to the data from the "Flower World" magazine, the mortality rate of Phalaenopsis among beginners is as high as 30%.
SucculentsSucculents are loved by many people for their adorable shape and low maintenance cost. However, some succulents, such as those from the Crassula family, are very difficult to care for. They have low water requirements but cannot be too dry. According to the book "Plant Maintenance Knowledge", succulents are prone to problems such as wilted and rotting leaves.
Rubber TreeThe rubber tree is a common indoor ornamental leaf plant, loved by many for its thick leaves and shade tolerance. However, the maintenance of rubber trees is very difficult. It has high requirements for light, water, and soil and is easily affected by pests and diseases. According to the data from the "Flower Market" magazine, the mortality rate of rubber trees among beginners is as high as 20%.
PeonyThe peony is known as the "king of flowers" for its magnificent flowers and unique fragrance. However, the difficulty of caring for peonies is high. It has strict requirements for soil, water, light, and other conditions and is easily affected by pests and diseases. According to the "China Flower Horticulture" magazine, the mortality rate of peonies among beginners is as high as 30%.
Among the many flowering pot plants, orchids, Phalaenopsis, succulents, rubber trees, and peonies are relatively difficult to care for. These flowering pot plants have high requirements for maintenance conditions and are prone to various problems. For beginners, it is more appropriate to choose easier-to-care-for flower varieties. During the maintenance process, it is necessary to fully understand the growth habits and maintenance points of the flowers to make them grow healthily.