Can white orchids be put in the bedroom?
As a beloved aromatic plant, there has always been controversy about whether white orchids can be maintained in the bedroom. This article will give you a comprehensive understanding of the adaptability of this traditional famous flower in enclosed spaces from three dimensions: plant characteristics, feng shui, and maintenance points. Scientific basis for placing white orchids in the bedroom. White orchids have a significant purification effect on harmful gases such as formaldehyde and chlorine. The waxy layer on the surface of its leaves can effectively absorb suspended particles. However, it should be noted that its nocturnal breathing will release carbon dioxide. It is recommended to select small plants with a plant height of no more than 80cm and ensure that the space area is ≥10㎡. Comprehensive strategy for maintaining white orchids in the bedroom substrate ratio and container selection The ideal substrate needs to be met: 40% legular soil +30% perlite +20% pine needle soil +10% bone meal. The northern region needs to add 0.5% ferrous sulfate every month to adjust the pH value. It is recommended to use a purple sand basin with a diameter of 25cm and a 3 cm ceramsite drainage layer is laid on the bottom. The intelligent watering system adopts the rule of "seeing dry, seeing wet" and determines the humidity through the bamboo stick detection method: insert the bamboo stick into 2/3 of the pot soil, stay for 10 minutes, and then pull it out. If there are no traces of moisture, water is needed. In winter, the immersion basin method is used to supply water, and the water temperature needs to be within ±2℃ of room temperature. Feng shui should be placed in the white orchid bedroom in the southeast corner of the couple's bedroom (corresponding to the Eight Trigrams), which can enhance the emotional magnetic field. However, you need to avoid the "rushing position" facing the bed. It is recommended to sleep more than 1.5 meters away from the bed. Change the orientation of flower pots on the first and fifteenth days of the lunar calendar every month to balance the yin and yang atmosphere.
On the whole, the maintenance of white orchids in the bedroom needs to adhere to the "three control principles": control plant type, control concentration, and control humidity. It is recommended to use an air circulation fan for ventilation for 3 hours a day. During flowering, it can be moved to the windowsill to reduce the aroma concentration, achieving a perfect balance between ornamental and health.