What are the cultivation methods and precautions of Golden Edge Tiger Tail Orchid?

Introduction of Golden Edged Tiger Tail Orchid

Golden-edged Tiger Tail Orchid is a plant of the Sansevieriaceae family, Tiger Tail genus. Golden-edged Tiger Tail Orchid is mainly propagated by division. Seedlings can be grown throughout the year, but it is best to do so in spring and summer. It can be combined with repotting in spring.

Cultivation method of golden-edged tiger tail orchid

The golden-edged tiger tail orchid is a tropical desert plant. It prefers an environment with plenty of sunlight and is also shade-tolerant. It has strong adaptability to soil and is drought-resistant and barren-resistant. However, it is suitable for planting in sandy loam with good drainage. The suitable growth temperature is between 20-30 degrees. It is not cold-resistant and the winter temperature needs to be above 15 degrees.

The principle of watering the Golden Edged Tiger Tail Orchid is "prefer dry to wet". It should be watered in time during maintenance to keep its soil slightly moist. It does not require much fertilizer. Base fertilizer is needed before planting, and phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be applied during the bud formation period. Fertilizer should be applied once every week.

Watering method

Golden-edged Tiger Tail Orchid cannot tolerate waterlogging. Do not water it too much. Pay attention to water control to prevent its root rot. Generally, keep the soil slightly moist. When watering, you can sprinkle the leaves appropriately, which has the effect of cleaning and cooling, and promotes its better growth.

Fertilization method

During the growing period of Golden Edge Tiger Tail Orchid, flower fertilizer can be applied every 7 days. It is better to use diluted fertilizer water to avoid plant burns. Fertilization needs to be stopped during the high temperatures in summer and the low temperatures in winter.

Pruning methods

The golden-edged tiger tail orchid grows very fast and needs to be pruned in time, mainly by cutting off old leaves, dead leaves, and overly lush areas, increasing ventilation and light transmittance, and ensuring its sunlight and growth space.

Precautions for the cultivation of golden-edged tiger tail orchid

Although the golden-edged tiger tail orchid is not very demanding on the soil, soil with good drainage and good air permeability can better promote its growth. It is best to use sandy soil. It is suitable for growing in an environment of 18-27 degrees. The winter temperature is best above 12 degrees. It is a foliage crop. The more light it gets, the greener the leaves will be.