How to cultivate tiger tail orchid and precautions

Growth habits of tiger tail orchid

Tiger tail orchid prefers a warm and humid growing environment. It has a very strong adaptability, is relatively drought-resistant and shade-tolerant, and does not have any high requirements for the soil for planting. Sandy loam with good drainage can be used. The most suitable growth temperature for it is between 20-30 degrees.

Light requirements for tiger tail orchid

Tiger tail orchid needs sufficient light during its growth process, so that it can grow well, but it needs to avoid strong light.

Growth temperature of tiger tail orchid

The most suitable growth temperature for Sansevieria is between 18-27 degrees. The temperature cannot be lower than 13 degrees, otherwise it will stop growing.

How to cultivate Sansevieria

When caring for Tiger Tail Orchid, you need to use soil with good drainage. Sandy loam is recommended. It needs sufficient sunlight during the maintenance process and needs to be watered every three days. In summer, it needs to be watered once a day. The temperature should be maintained between 16-30 degrees at normal times.

How to water Tiger tail orchid

When watering the Tiger Tail Orchid, you need to be careful to do it in moderation and avoid water accumulation. It should also be done according to the weather conditions at the time.

Fertilization of Tiger Tail Orchid

Tiger tail orchid does not have a very high demand for fertilizer. During the growing period, it only needs to be fertilized 1-2 times a month. You can use a thin liquid fertilizer.

Pruning of Tiger Tail Orchid

When caring for Tiger Tail Orchid, pruning work is also required. Generally speaking, you only need to cut off some old leaves and yellow leaves to make it look good. After pruning, you need to apply medicine to avoid wound infection.

Propagation of Tiger Tail Orchid by Cuttings

Tiger tail orchid can be propagated by cuttings throughout the year, and healthier leaves should be used as cuttings. They need to be cut into several pieces and then inserted obliquely into the prepared soil. They need to be placed in a semi-shaded place for maintenance.

Precautions for the maintenance of Tiger Tail Orchid

1. When caring for Sansevieria, you need to pay attention. Although it prefers a light environment, you need to be careful in the summer and make sure to place it in a semi-shaded place for care to avoid being exposed to strong light.

2. The growth rate of Tiger Tail Orchid is relatively fast, so after a period of maintenance, it is necessary to change the pot in time. The pot needs to be selected according to its growth to allow it sufficient growth space.