Freesia refracta klatt, also known as freesia, is a perennial herb of the genus Oriaceae. Regarding the origin of the name of Xiang Xuelan, there is a saying that it is named Xiang Xuelan because its flower color is pure white like snow, and the fragrance of the flowers is quiet like an orchid. Another theory is that it is called fragrant snow orchid because of its long floral fragrance, like the fragrance wafting out of the snow.
Native to South Africa, it is now widely cultivated all over the world, especially in some cities in southern China, such as Guangdong, Fujian and other places, and there are also a large number of fragrant snow orchid planting bases. The flowering period of the orchid is mainly concentrated in February to May in spring, but if it is properly maintained, it can also bloom from November to December. Generally speaking, the flowering period of fragrant snow orchid is about 15 days. However, the exact flowering period may be affected by environmental factors, such as temperature. If the temperature is below 18, the flowering period will be delayed, but if the temperature is higher, it will bloom early, and when it blooms, it will give off a rich fragrance, making it ideal as an ornamental flower.
The bulb of the orchid resembles a narrow oval or oval gemstone, covered with a mysterious film of tan color. Its stems are delicate and graceful, with many branches, as if it were a graceful dancer. The stems and leaves are in two rows, narrow sword-shaped or lanceolate, and the leaf margins are smooth, as if they were finely carved by nature. When spring comes, the flower stems of the orchid stand upright and break through the soil, and the pale yellow or yellow-green flowers exude a charming fragrance. The duvet tube is like a small trumpet, singing towards the sky. The perianth lobes are oval or oval, as if they were a palette of colors in nature. Finally, the capsule is nearly oval, full and full of life. It carries the hopes and dreams of Xiang Xuelan, waiting for it to bloom again in the coming year. This is the charm of Xiang Xuelan, although its life is short, but the memory it leaves behind is eternal.
Fragrant snow orchid is not only beautiful, but also has good medicinal properties. It is understood that Xiangxuelan contains volatile oils, the main components of which are citronellal and citronellol, etc., which have the effects of sedation, cough suppressant, expectorant and so on. In addition, Xiangxuelan also has a purifying function of absorbing nitrogen dioxide from the air.
The plant shape is delicate, the flower color is rich and rich, the aroma is rich, and the flowering period is long. In addition, the flowering period is in the lack of flowering season, and it can open on New Year's Day and Spring Festival, so it is very popular among people. If you want to grow a healthy and beautiful fragrant orchid at home, it is important to understand how it is farmed. Here, Peter will provide you with a comprehensive cultivation method from seed selection to flowering, helping you to easily cultivate fragrant fragrant sherbet.
How to breed fragrant snow orchid?
Reproduction: Xiangxuelan is generally propagated by dividing the balls, its seed bulbs can reproduce on their own, a pot of Xiangxuelan, after a year, as long as the potting soil is fertile and loose, the water and fertilizer are sufficient, the bulbs in its pot will grow more and more, so in the second year, we can get many pots of beautiful Xiangxuelan. Soil: Sweet sherland prefers sandy loam soils rich in organic matter, strong water retention and good drainage, with a pH of 6 72. Acidic soils are more suitable for planting. Home cultivation usually uses 2 3 peaty soil and 1 3 fine sand as artificially cultivated soil. It is recommended to use ceramic pots or plastic pots with good air permeability.
Light: In the seedling stage, the fragrant snow orchid should be maintained in semi-shade, and the sunshine can be about 10 hours a day when the flower buds are differentiated, which can promote the differentiation of flower buds, increase the length of flower stems and increase the number of flowers.
Watering: The soil must be kept moist after planting and before budding, but not too much, to prevent the bulbs from rotting. The amount of watering should be gradually reduced after budding, and the soil surface should be kept as dry as possible to reduce air humidity and prevent disease.
Temperature: The optimal growth temperature of Xiangxuelan was between 12 18, the appropriate temperature for flower bud differentiation was 12 15, and the growth temperature of late inflorescence was 15 20. In order to make the fragrant snow orchid bloom more and grow more robustly, we should properly control the appropriate temperature and avoid the temperature being too low or too high, so as to facilitate the rapid growth and flowering period.
Fertilizer: The roots of fragrant snow orchid are relatively thin, so it is suitable for growing in loose and fertile soil, and organic compost or granular organic fertilizer needs to be mixed into the soil before planting. After planting, the soil must be kept moist until budding. The amount of watering should be gradually reduced after budding, and the soil surface should be kept as dry as possible to reduce air humidity and prevent disease.
Disease: Xiangxuelan is a plant that is prone to mosaic disease and ball rot, so it is necessary to disinfect the soil when cultivating, and the more thorough the disinfection, the better. At the same time, it is recommended to change the potting soil once a year.
Flowering period: When the fragrant snow orchid enters the flowering stage, keep it in sufficient light and at a suitable temperature. Avoid overwatering to avoid withering the flowers. Prune in time after flowering to replenish nutrients for the plants.
Understanding and mastering the cultivation methods of Xiangxuelan is essential to cultivate a healthy and beautiful Xiangxuelan. From seed selection, sowing to flowering management, attention to detail is required at every step. Hopefully, this article will provide you with valuable farming advice to help you become a good florist. If you encounter any problems or need more suggestions during the breeding process, please leave a message in the comment area.