Leaf color leaf shape leaf number leaf arrangement orchid is known as the "gentleman among flowers" and has been loved by people since ancient times. Raising orchids can not only cultivate sentiment, but also bring joy to life. How to judge the growth of orchids? Just observe the orchid leaves to know their growth status. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of how to know the growth of orchid leaves. Leaf color 1. Green: Healthy and well-growing orchid leaves usually appear dark green and shiny, which indicates that the orchid has absorbed sufficient nutrients, has strong photosynthesis, and is growing well.
2. Yellow: Yellowing of leaves may be caused by improper watering, insufficient light, poor soil, etc. The watering frequency, lighting environment and soil nutrients should be checked and adjusted in time.
3. White: White spots or albination appear on the leaves, which may be caused by pests and diseases or excessive light. Corresponding measures should be taken, such as spraying pesticides and adjusting light. Leaf shape 1. Straight leaves: Healthy, well-growing orchid leaves are usually straight and elastic. If the leaves are bent or drooping, it may be caused by too much watering or accumulated water in the soil.
2. Leaf curl: Leaf curl may be caused by insufficient watering, dry soil, too strong light, etc. Appropriate amount of water should be watered and the light should be adjusted.
3. Leaf thickening: Leaf thickening may be caused by excess soil nutrients. The amount of fertilizer application should be appropriately reduced to avoid excessive leaves. Number of leaves 1. Increase in the number of leaves: The increase in the number of leaves indicates that the orchid is growing vigorously and has sufficient nutrients, so the amount of fertilizer application can be appropriately increased.
2. Reduction in the number of leaves: The decrease in the number of leaves may be caused by insufficient watering, insufficient light, pests and diseases. Watering, light and soil nutrients should be checked and adjusted in time. Leaf arrangement 1. Leaf arrangement neatly: Healthy, well-growing orchid leaves are arranged neatly and at moderate spacing. If the leaves are arranged disorganized, it may be caused by improper watering, uneven soil and other reasons.
2. Sparse leaf arrangement: Sparse leaf arrangement may be caused by insufficient light, insufficient soil nutrients and other reasons. Light and fertilization should be adjusted.
By observing orchid leaves, we can understand the growth of orchids. In the actual maintenance process, we must timely adjust maintenance measures such as watering, light and fertilization according to the changes in orchid leaves to allow orchids to thrive. We can also combine the following authoritative data and suggestions to provide more comprehensive maintenance for orchids: 1. The "China Flower Market Annual Report" shows that the orchid market has shown a trend of increasing year by year in recent years, and the number of orchid lovers has continued to increase.
2. Experts suggest that orchid maintenance should follow the principles of "applying thin fertilizer frequently, watering appropriately, and covering shade appropriately".
3. The "Orchid Conservation Manual" points out that the suitable growth temperature for orchids is 18℃-28 ℃, and the suitable humidity is 60%-80%.
I hope this article can help you better understand the conservation of orchids, let your orchids thrive and bloom beautiful flowers.