Cultivation methods and precautions of Paphiopedilum voluteum

1. Lighting

In seasons with relatively high temperatures and strong light, it is necessary to provide shade. Shading by 80% and then spraying water on the leaves in the morning and evening can make the leaves more shiny and reduce the incidence of Paphiopedilum. In winter, it needs sufficient light.

2. Soil

It has very high requirements for soil. The culture soil must have good drainage function to ensure that its roots will not lack oxygen. If the area where Paphiopedilum is grown is very dry and has little rainfall, the soil must be sufficiently moist.

3. Watering

Use soft water to water the flowers. If you can use rainwater, the effect will be better. However, do not water too much and do not allow water to accumulate in the pot, otherwise it will cause more bacteria in the pot, which will cause the Paphiopedilum to rot and eventually die. When the temperature is low in winter, the water temperature will also be very cold. At this time, the water cannot be used directly to water the flowers. It must be left for a while or heated so that the water temperature is not so cold before starting to water the flowers. In summer, you can use a spray bottle to spray, which can also increase the humidity in the air. Not only should water not accumulate in the pot, but water should not accumulate on the leaves either, otherwise the leaves will rot.

4. Fertilization

When applying fertilizer, you must follow the principle of less but more often. Only larger Paphiopedilum plants can be fertilized more. Generally, the fertilizer you choose can be the finished fertilizer on the market, such as organic fertilizer, which can make the plant grow lushly. Proper fertilization can make the Paphiopedilum grow more luxuriantly. If you fertilize enough, the plant will develop adequately and will soon bloom, but if you don't fertilize enough, you will have to wait another year before it blooms.

5. Repotting

Timely and diligent repotting can help the Paphiopedilum grow better. You can change the pot every two years. If you have the energy, it will be better to change the pot once a year. When repotting, be careful not to damage the plant tissue. If the plant is accidentally pulled and broken when repotting, it will be infected with Fusarium. It is recommended that you use charcoal powder for prevention.