Golden edge orchid, as a common indoor ornamental plant, is loved by many flower friends for its unique leaf color and elegant posture. In the process of maintenance, many flower friends will encounter the problem of yellowing leaves of golden edge orchid. This article will analyze the reasons for the yellowing of the leaves of golden edge orchid in detail and provide corresponding prevention and control measures to help flower friends better maintain golden edge orchid.
Reasons for the yellowing of the leaves of golden edge orchid1. Insufficient light
Golden edge orchid prefers an environment with sufficient light. If it stays in a dark environment for a long time, it will lead to insufficient photosynthesis of the leaves, resulting in yellowing of the leaves. Excessive light can also cause sunburn of the leaves, making them yellow.
2. Improper watering
Watering is a key part of maintaining golden edge orchid. Too much or too little watering can cause the leaves to turn yellow. Excessive watering can lead to waterlogging in the roots, affecting root respiration; too little watering will make the soil dry, causing the leaves to lack water.
3. Soil problems
Soil quality is crucial to the growth of golden edge orchid. If the soil aeration is poor and the drainage is poor, it will hinder the growth of the roots and thus affect the normal growth of the leaves. Soil that is too acidic or alkaline will also affect the growth of golden edge orchid.
4. Improper fertilization
Fertilization is an important part of the growth of golden edge orchid. Excessive or insufficient fertilization can cause the leaves to turn yellow. Over-fertilization can lead to high concentrations of nutrient salts in the soil, causing root burns; insufficient fertilization will make golden edge orchid lack nutrition and grow poorly.
5. Diseases and pests
Golden edge orchid is susceptible to diseases and pests, such as leaf spot disease and aphids. Diseases and pests can cause the leaves to turn yellow and wither, and in severe cases, even lead to the death of the entire plant.
Prevention and control measures for yellowing leaves of golden edge orchid1. Increase light appropriately
Place the golden edge orchid in an environment with sufficient light, avoid staying in the dark for a long time, but be careful to avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf sunburn.
2. Watering in a timely manner
Water according to the dry and wet conditions of the soil, keep the soil moist but not too wet, and increase the frequency of watering during the high temperature of summer; reduce the frequency of watering during the low temperature of winter.
3. Improve the soil
Choose soil with good breathability, such as decomposed leaf soil and sandy soil, and loosen the soil regularly to promote root respiration.
4. Reasonable fertilization
Fertilize according to the growth stage and needs of the golden edge orchid. During the vigorous growth period, appropriate additional nitrogen fertilizer can be added to promote leaf growth; during the flowering period, a moderate amount of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer can be applied to improve the quality of flowering.
5. Prevent diseases and pests
Check the golden edge orchid regularly, deal with diseases and pests in a timely manner, and use insecticides and fungicides for prevention and control.
The reasons for the yellowing of the leaves of golden edge orchid are various, understanding its causes and taking corresponding prevention and control measures are the keys. Through the introduction of this article, it is believed that flower friends can better maintain golden edge orchid and make it grow strong.