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Is it suitable to grow Cymbidium orchid indoors?The editor answers the question of whether Cymbidium orchids are suitable for indoor cultivation and related knowledge about the cultivation methods of Cymbidium orchids. Next, the editor of this site will introduce to everyone.Cymbidium orchid, also known as dog tongue vine, is a kind of Malaxis subfamily perennial climbing plant. Its leaves look somewhat like pothos. Not only can it climb vines, but it also produces many aerial roots on the vines. Therefore, if it is kept in the living room or on the balcony, it will climb along the wall and grow several meters long vines, along with绣球-like flowers, which are very beautiful. Each flower ball has delicate and charming small flowers. When flowering, it also emits a fresh and fragrant scent.Cymbidium orchids usually start to bloom more in the second year. In the first year or with young cuttings, they either bloom very few or not at all, which is quite normal. From the second year onwards, blooming gradually becomes more frequent.Three "tips" for growing Cymbidium orchids indoors, blooming 60 flowers at once, with beautiful fragrance, and multiplying one into twenty.If you want Cymbidium orchids to bloom more, pay attention to the following points:1. Timely application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizersDuring the growing season in spring or autumn, fertilize it in time, especially applying monopotassium phosphate or other phosphorus and potassium fertilizers once a month to promote more blooms and faster growth. However, stop fertilizing when temperatures are too low in winter or too high in summer. Keep the winter temperature above 6 degrees to help it survive the winter without frostbite.2. Pay attention to lightingSince Cymbidium orchids are short-day flowering plants, the daily lighting time should not be less than 2 hours but not more than 4 hours. However, they should not be exposed directly to the sun and should be placed in a bright and diffused light area for maintenance. They also cannot be left without any light for an extended period, as this will affect blooming and growth.3. Do not water too frequentlyAs Cymbidium orchids are usually kept indoors or in the living room, water them when the potting soil is slightly dry, and water thoroughly. Usually, water thoroughly when dry, and in winter, do not use icy or too cold water. Water less frequently to keep the potting soil dry. The winter temperature should not be too low or too high, generally maintaining around 10 degrees is best, providing an appropriate dormant temperature to promote more blooms in spring and summer.What should be done if the potted Cymbidium orchid grows leaves but does not bloom?In fact, the main reason is a lack of light. Although it needs to be shaded in summer and should not be exposed to direct sunlight, it should be placed in a sunny window or near the window in the other three seasons. Increase fertilization, especially phosphorus and potassium fertilizers, which will make it very easy to bloom. Fertilize once every half month during the growing season. And if it starts to climb, provide a support for it to climb on, which will promote rapid growth with lush foliage and more blooms.