What is the propagation method of Phalaenopsis orchid flower stems?
If you want to know what the propagation method of Phalaenopsis orchid flower stems is and understand the related knowledge of cutting propagation steps, the introduction is as follows:
Friends who keep Phalaenopsis orchids at home and want to propagate them all want to know the simplest way to propagate Phalaenopsis orchids. Among them, the bud induction method of flower stems and the stem cutting propagation method are the two simplest methods. The bud induction method of flower stems is simple and stable, while the stem cutting propagation method is faster, and the propagation method can be chosen according to personal needs. In addition, daily maintenance of Phalaenopsis orchids is also necessary to make them bloom more beautiful flowers.
I. The simplest propagation method of Phalaenopsis orchids
1. Bud induction method
After the flowers of Phalaenopsis orchids wither, you can see many root-bearing seedlings growing between the nodes of the flower stems. Cutting them and taking good care of them can grow into a new Phalaenopsis orchid plant. However, the natural growth condition is often not ideal, so artificial bud induction is generally adopted.
【Cutting the flower stem】
First, cut off the flowering part of the flower stem, then carefully remove the bracts between the first and third nodes with a sharp blade to expose the bud points in the internode, and be careful during the process.
【Applying hormones】
Then, dip a cotton swab in a bud-inducing hormone and apply it evenly to the bud points on the nodes, which can quickly induce buds. After that, place it in a semi-shaded place.
【Leaf growth and root formation】
What is the propagation method of Phalaenopsis orchid flower stems?
To make the bud points sprout and root quickly, the temperature needs to be maintained at around 25-28°C. After 2-3 weeks, you can see the bud points growing leaves, and after three months, aerial roots can grow. Finally, cut this small seedling and plant it in a pot.
2. Stem cutting propagation method
This method is commonly known as "cutting the head," which means cutting off the branch leaves of Phalaenopsis orchids with roots and planting them in pots. The other parts will start to grow new buds because they do not have a main stem.
There will be 1-3 latent buds at the leaf axils of Phalaenopsis orchids, but they basically do not sprout into branches. Therefore, after the plant grows longer, cut off the part of the plant with roots and plant it in a new pot. After leaving the rootstock, 1-3 new branches will sprout.
Friends who don't know the simplest way to propagate Phalaenopsis orchids can try the above two methods. The bud induction method of flower stems may take longer, but it does not harm the plant much, while the stem cutting propagation method is shorter in duration but changes the overall shape of the plant.
II. Maintenance methods of Phalaenopsis orchids
1. Cultivation substrate