Saxivie, also known as tiger pill orchid, is a very popular indoor foliage plant that is loved for its unique leaf pattern and robust growth habits. The cultivation of saxifera orchid is not complicated, as long as you master some basic methods and precautions, you can easily let it thrive. The following will introduce the cultivation methods of tiger tail orchid in detail, including soil selection, watering, fertilization, light, temperature control, pruning, and pest control.
1. Soil selection.
Saxifrage orchid does not have high soil requirements and is highly adaptable, but in order to ensure its healthy growth, we still need to choose a soil with good air permeability and good drainage performance. It is recommended to use a mixture of fertile garden soil and breathable materials such as cinder or perlite in a ratio of about 3:1. In addition, a small amount of organic fertilizer such as soybean cake crumbs or poultry manure can also be added to the soil as a base fertilizer to provide sufficient nutrients for the saxifera.
2. Watering. Saxivia is native to the arid regions of West Africa, so it is highly drought tolerant. When watering, the principle of "seeing dry and wet" should be followed, that is, each watering should ensure that the soil is moist, but not let the potting soil accumulate water. During the growing period, you can keep the potting soil slightly moist, but in the winter you should reduce the frequency of watering to avoid freezing damage caused by the excess water freezing.
3. Fertilization. The fertilizer requirement for the saxifrage orchid is not high, but it still needs to be properly fertilized during the growing period to promote its strong growth. It is recommended to apply thin liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season, and you can choose nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer. Be careful not to overdo it when fertilizing, so as not to cause fertilizer damage. In winter, fertilization should be reduced or stopped.
Fourth, light. Saxifrage orchid loves light, but it also needs to avoid prolonged exposure to strong sunlight. When farming indoors, it can be placed in a well-lit place, such as near a window or balcony. When the sun is too strong in summer, shade is needed to prevent sun exposure. In addition, saxiftail orchids also need proper air circulation to avoid the breeding of pests and diseases.
5. Temperature control.
Saxivia prefers a warm environment, and the best temperature for growing is 20-30. In the summer when the temperature is high, it is necessary to pay attention to spraying water to cool down or take other measures to prevent heat damage. When the temperature is low in winter, it is necessary to take measures to keep warm and avoid freezing the plants. Generally speaking, as long as the temperature is not lower than 8, the tiger tail orchid can safely overwinter.
6. Pruning. Saxifrage grows faster and tends to grow branches that are too long or too overgrown. In order to maintain its beauty and healthy growth, it needs to be pruned regularly. When pruning, excessively long or diseased branches can be cut off to promote the branching and growth of the plant. In addition, pruning can also be done when changing pots or turning over pots, cutting off old or diseased roots to promote the growth of new roots.
7. Pest control.
Although the saxifrage orchid is more resistant to pests and diseases, it may still encounter some problems in the breeding process. Common pests and diseases include leaf spot, anthracnose, aphids and red spiders. In order to prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases, it is necessary to pay attention to the hygiene of the plants and the ventilation of the environment. Once pests and diseases are found, timely measures need to be taken to control them, and biological control or chemical control methods can be used.
8. Reproduction and repotting.
The propagation of saxifera can be done by dividing plants or cuttings. The best season for ramification is usually spring. Overcrowded plants can be planted separately when repotting. Propagation by cuttings requires the selection of healthy shoots for cuttings, and the maintenance of suitable humidity and temperature to promote rooting. When changing pots, you need to pay attention to choosing the right potting soil and timing, generally speaking, you can change pots every 2-3 years.
In short, the cultivation of tiger tail orchid is not complicated, as long as you master the basic breeding methods and precautions, you can make it thrive. By choosing the right soil, watering, fertilizing, light, temperature control, pruning, and pest control, we can make the orchid show its unique charm and vitality in the indoor environment.
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