What soil should be used for the stick-leaf tiger tail orchid

1. What soil to use

The needle-shaped snake plant is native to South Africa. It is suitable for growing in loose sandy soil. The drainage must be good to prevent water from accumulating at the roots of the plant. When raising fish in daily life, you can add 3 equal parts of river sand to the soil. This will not only ensure the nutrients, but also increase the air permeability and drainage functions.

2. Other maintenance

1. Water: It can withstand long periods of drought, so you don’t need to water it too much on a daily basis. In the summer, water thoroughly every two weeks and wait until the plant is completely dry before watering again. In winter, water thoroughly once a month. Be careful not to allow water to accumulate on the leaves, as this will cause them to rot easily.

2. Temperature: The temperature range of 18 to 30 degrees is most suitable for maintenance. The lowest temperature needs to be above 10 degrees. If it is lower than this temperature, the plant will suffer frostbite. Therefore, if you maintain it outdoors, you need to prepare to move it indoors starting in autumn to avoid being attacked by cold winds.

3. Fertilization: It can tolerate barrenness and does not require frequent fertilization, but it still needs nutrients to maintain normal needs. In spring and autumn, it is sufficient to apply a thin layer of fertilizer once respectively. If the concentration of fertilizer is too high, it will easily damage the root system of the plant.