How to plant monkey face orchid seeds
A detailed introduction about how to plant monkey face orchid seeds, as well as the cultivation methods and precautions for raising monkey face orchids, includes the following:
Monkey face mini orchid, also known as monkey face orchid, belongs to the genus mini orchid of the orchid family, a small epiphytic plant with unique and large flowers, and rich in color. It is commonly used for potting, hanging baskets, or hanging plant cultivation and is very suitable for green decoration in areas such as the windowsills of living rooms, the walls of balconies, display windows of commercial buildings, and the entrances of exhibition halls.
Monkey face mini orchid requires a cool growing environment, is afraid of extreme heat, has difficulty surviving the summer, and is also not resistant to frost. The suitable cultivation temperature is between 10°C and 25°C. 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 areas to the north, it should be cultivated in a medium or high-temperature greenhouse. During late autumn, winter, and early spring, when the temperature is not too high, direct sunlight should be provided to help the plant form flower buds, bloom, and bear fruit. In case of high temperatures or during summer, humidity should be increased and shade nets should be used to cool down. When the temperature drops below 10°C, heating and insulation should be applied.
Monkey face mini orchid can self-pollinate, but the seeds are prone to scattering, so they should be harvested in batches at the right time. Since the seeds of monkey face orchids are tiny, greenhouse cultivation usually involves sowing in autumn using flat trays or cell trays. The seeds do not need to be covered with soil and should be fully exposed to light after sowing. Generally, seedlings emerge in about 25 days. During the seedling stage, avoid watering too frequently, keeping the substrate moist. At the same time, spray a fungicide once a week. When the seedlings have 2-3 true leaves, they need to be transplanted once. When the seedlings are 10 centimeters tall or more, they can be planted in pots. The seedlings from播种 (sowing) can bloom in 1-2 years.
The above is the complete content on how to plant monkey face orchid seeds and the cultivation methods and precautions for raising monkey face orchids. Green plant enthusiasts may refer to this for reference.