How to plant猴面小龙兰
Today's experience sharing: How to plant 猴面小龙兰 and the green plant flower planting content of the breeding method of 猴面小龙兰, next, the editor will introduce to everyone.
猴面小龙兰 is also known as monkey face orchid, a small epiphytic plant of the orchidaceae Dracula genus, with unique and large flower shapes, rich and diverse colors, often used for potting, hanging baskets or hanging pot cultivation, very suitable for green decoration in front of the windows of the living room, the walls of the balcony, the display windows of the commercial buildings, and the entrances of the exhibition halls. Let's take a look at the breeding methods of 猴面小龙兰!
Growth habits of 猴面小龙兰
猴面小龙兰 requires a cool growing environment, is afraid of extreme heat, has difficulty surviving the summer, and is not resistant to frost. 10-25℃ is the suitable cultivation temperature. In warmer southern regions, it can be placed outdoors in a semi-shaded area or cultivated in a plastic greenhouse all year round. In the Yangtze River Valley or northward regions, it should be cultivated in a medium or high temperature greenhouse. In late autumn, winter, and early spring, when the temperature is not too high, direct sunlight should be provided to promote the formation of flower buds, flowering, and fruiting. If encountering hot weather or in summer, humidity should be increased and shade nets should be used to cool down. When the temperature is below 10℃, heating and insulation are required.
Breeding methods of 猴面小龙兰
1. Substrate: 猴面小龙兰 prefers slightly acidic substrates that are loose, breathable, and have good drainage, able to keep the roots moist without waterlogging. Generally, orchid cultivation substrates can be used. When potting young plants, place a 2-3 cm thick layer of coarse-grained substrate or ceramsite at the bottom of the pot as a filter layer, then sprinkle some slow-release fertilizer as a base fertilizer, apply 2-3 grams per pot, and cover with a layer of substrate about 1-2 cm thick, then place the plant, separating the fertilizer from the roots to avoid root burn.
2. Watering: The native environment of 猴面小龙兰 is relatively dry, and prolonged rainy days can easily lead to fungal infections. Therefore, the relative humidity during the growing period should be maintained between 50-75%. When the temperature is around 20℃, maintain the natural indoor environment. When the temperature reaches above 25℃ in summer, increase humidity artificially using fans and water curtains or a high-pressure spray system, but avoid spraying water on the leaves. When humidity is too high, ventilate more, otherwise, it is prone to diseases and pests. The water requirement for 猴面兰 generally depends on the substrate used; if using aquatic plants, water less, and water when the substrate is 70% dry.
3. Fertilization: 猴面小龙兰 requires less fertilizer, generally with a fertilizer concentration of 3000 times liquid, fertilize once every two weeks during the growing season from May to October, and it is advisable to use liquid fertilizers to water the root zone and spray on the leaf surface. During the growing period, nitrogen fertilizer and balanced fertilizer are mainly used, commonly using N:P:K = 30:10:10 or 20:20:20 mixed fertilizer. During the flowering period, a mixture of N:P:K = 10:30:10 is commonly used. It is best to fertilize in the evening, and then water with clean water early the next morning. Also, spray the leaves with a special orchid flowering fertilizer, such as No. 3 Flowering Formula, potassium dihydrogen phosphate, etc., once a week during the bud stage to promote thicker flower spikes and brighter flowers.
Breeding methods of 猴面小龙兰
1. Division: The division of 猴面小龙兰 is generally done in early spring before the new buds sprout, first removing the mother plant from the pot, removing excess substrate, separating the intertwined roots as much as possible, cutting from the base of the stem with a sharp knife, each new plant should have two or more stems, with some roots, and apply sulfur powder or carbendazim powder to the wounds to prevent infection. New plants can bloom in the same year after division.
2. Seed propagation: 猴面小龙兰 can self-pollinate, but the seeds are easily scattered and should be harvested in batches at the right time. Because the seeds of 猴面兰 are small, autumn sowing is usually done in a greenhouse, using flat or cell trays for seedling raising, the seeds do not need to be covered with soil, and they should be fully exposed to light after sowing, usually germinating in about 25 days. Do not water too frequently during the seedling stage, keeping the substrate moist. Spray a fungicide once a week, transplant once when 2-3 true leaves have grown, and plant in a pot when the seedlings are over 10 cm tall. Seedlings from播种 can bloom in 1-2 years.
The above is a detailed explanation of how to plant 猴面小龙兰 and the breeding methods, for everyone's reference and suggestions!