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How to plant the tiger head orchidThe editor will answer how to plant tiger head orchids and introduce the related knowledge of green plants and flowers about the planting methods and precautions of tiger head orchids. Next, the editor will introduce.Tiger head orchid is a general term for most large-flowered epiphytic species in the genus Cymbidium. It is a perennial evergreen epiphytic herb with a flowering stem that is nearly erect or slightly curved, up to 60-80 cm long, bearing 6-12 flowers. Tiger head orchids have large flowers, with a diameter of 8-10 cm, mostly yellow-green with purple-red patterns, and some are white with a slight fragrance.Tiger head orchids prefer a warm and humid environment, and the cultivation matrix should have good drainage and ventilation. They are usually planted in porous ceramic pots or wooden shelves, using materials such as fern roots, peat moss or bark chunks, charcoal chunks, and broken tiles. Tiger head orchids like higher humidity and ample water. Therefore, during the growing season, it is suitable to keep the cultivation matrix moist and often spray water around the plant and its roots, which can increase the air humidity and promote growth and development.After flowering, tiger head orchids will enter a short period of dormancy, during which watering should be reduced. During the growing season, fertilize with a thin cake fertilizer solution once every two weeks, or use cake fertilizer as the raw material to make granular fertilizer, and bury 5-8 granules in the potting mix during the spring and summer seasons. As the fertilizer gradually dissolves, it can provide nutrients to the roots for a long time, which is also applicable to other types of epiphytic orchids.Compared with national orchids, tiger head orchids prefer sunlight but should not be cultivated in direct sunlight, as this can easily cause sunburn and reduce ornamental value. In the summer, it is necessary to provide shade, removing 60% or more of the sunlight. In late autumn, full sun can be allowed, and in winter, the plant should be placed in a sunny indoor location, which is beneficial for bud differentiation and flowering. If the plant is kept in a overly shaded area for a long time, it will grow weakly, the leaves will not stand upright, and the formation of flower buds will be affected.The suitable temperature for the growth of tiger head orchids is between 10-25 degrees Celsius. The overwintering temperature should not be too high, and the night temperature should not be lower than 10 degrees Celsius. When planting, do not use the soil for Chinese orchids and general flowers, as this can lead to poor aeration and water permeability in the pot, easily causing root rot. Propagation of tiger head orchids mainly uses the division method, which is suitable to perform in early spring, March to April.Division propagation: After the plant flowers and before the new buds grow, it will enter a short period of dormancy. Before dividing, the potting mix should be kept slightly dry, allowing the plant roots to become slightly white or soft, which makes it less likely to break the roots during the operation. After dividing the old plant, trim the yellow leaves and decayed roots without injuring the new buds. After planting, water thoroughly and then place the pot in a scattered light area. When new roots emerge, keep the soil moist.The above [] introduces the comprehensive knowledge of how to plant tiger head orchids and the planting methods and precautions. I hope it helps you.