How to grow spoon-lipped orchid

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: The spoon-lipped orchid is not very resistant to high temperatures or cold weather. Pay attention to controlling the temperature during the growth period. Of course, it grows better in a cooler environment. The normal growth temperature is between 15 and 30 degrees. The high temperature in summer cannot be higher than 35 degrees, otherwise its growth will become slow. The temperature in winter must be controlled above 5 degrees to avoid frostbite.

2. Watering: Spoon-lipped orchid prefers slightly drier soil. Do not water it too frequently to prevent water accumulation, but you cannot not water it either. If it lacks water, it will not bloom normally, and the meaning of breeding it will be lost. The frequency of watering can be controlled to once every two or three days.

3. Light: It is a shade-loving plant, and strong light must be avoided. It usually needs to be placed in a dark environment indoors. Because the spoon-lipped orchids growing in the wild are generally behind big trees, if you grow them at home, it is best to restore a similar environment and avoid being exposed to strong light, which will cause them to wither.

4. Fertilization: When applying fertilizer, it is best to choose farmyard manure, because the spoon-lipped orchid is relatively fragile, and if it is fertilized indiscriminately, it will affect its growth. At the same time, during the growth period, you can apply some foliar fertilizer to make its branches and leaves more shiny.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: Division is its main method of reproduction. Generally, it can be divided once every three years, which can be done twice in spring and autumn. Choose healthy plants for division. The soil after division should not be too moist, and it is best to be slightly dry.

2. Pruning: The spoon-lipped orchid does not need to be pruned too much because it is very short and does not grow very fast, so the problem of excessive growth will not occur. Therefore, it is not recommended to prune it frequently, as it will recover very slowly after pruning.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: Sheath rust will occur, causing obvious changes in the leaves. It can be controlled and improved by using Zineb powder.

2. Pests: Scale insects will occur. If the number is large, you can use omethoate solution to control them.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: Non-toxic. It can also be used as medicine and is very suitable for breeding.

2. Can it be grown at home? Yes, but it cannot be placed on the balcony as the light stimulation will burn the plant. It is best to choose a darker environment.