The Cultivation Method of Yellow Crown Orchid
As a gem among orchid plants, the Yellow Crown Orchid is highly favored by horticulture enthusiasts for its unique butterfly-shaped flowers and medicinal value. This article will systematically analyze the scientific cultivation system of this special orchid, helping growers master all techniques from basic cultivation to advanced management through five core dimensions of care.
I. Environmental Control and Basic Care
1.1 Temperature Control Strategy
The optimal growth temperature range for Yellow Crown Orchid is 18-25℃, and it requires a minimum of 6℃ during winter to survive. It is recommended to use smart temperature control equipment. In late spring and early summer, prevent damage from temperatures above 30℃ by using a misting system to keep the environment cool.
1.2 Water Management Plan
Maintain a substrate humidity of 60-70% during the growing period and use siphon watering to avoid waterlogging. Keep the air humidity stable at around 65%, and reduce it to 40% after flowering during the dormant period. It is recommended to use an automatic irrigation system with humidity sensors for precise watering.
II. Light and Nutrition Management
2.1 Light Intensity Adjustment
Ensure 4-6 hours of scattered light daily, controlling the light intensity between 12000-15000Lux. It is suggested to use adjustable shading nets, with 50% shading during the noon in summer, and adding supplemental lights in winter to extend the duration of light.
The Cultivation Method of Yellow Crown Orchid
2.2 Fertilizer Ratio Plan
Apply slow-release fertilizer with N-P-K=20-20-20 during the growing period, and supplement with diluted orchid special liquid fertilizer (1000 times) every 15 days. Switch to a high-phosphorus formula during the bud differentiation period, and stop fertilizing in winter, instead applying seaweed extract foliar fertilizer monthly to enhance resistance.
III. Propagation and Plant Shape Management
3.1 Division Propagation Steps
The best time for division is before the new buds emerge in spring, selecting strong mother plants with 3-4 generations of pseudobulbs. Keep 2-3 growth points during division and apply charcoal powder to the cut for disinfection. After division, place in a 25℃ root-promoting environment and transplant after new roots have grown.
3.2 Pruning Care Points
Remove the残花花葶 (spent flower spikes) promptly after flowering, leaving a 15cm stem. Clean the withered and old leaves every quarter, ensuring good ventilation and light penetration for the plant. For plants with excessive growth, use the ring stripping method to stimulate the growth of lateral buds and shape the ideal plant form.