[2023 Lunar New Year] Phalaenopsis species and maintenance introduction (must-see during Chinese New
- Fortie Lai
- Dec 31, 2022
- 1 min read
The 2023 Lunar New Year is coming, and January 22 this year is the first day of the new year!
It's time to start preparing for this year's New Year flowers, and welcome 2023 with the best mood!
Learn about the history and meaning of orchids
Twelve Flower Gods: The First Moon Orchid
The Flower Festival is a festival that is said to celebrate the birthday of a hundred flowers
There are 12 male flower gods and 12 female flower gods in a year
In the myth of the 12 flower gods,
Qu Yuan became the male flower god who took care of orchids in the first month.
Qu Yuan loved orchids very much, and often regarded himself as a secluded orchid. He used orchids to express his noble and clean character. He grew up with orchids and wrote countless poems about nourishing orchids.
In Qu Yuan's immortal work "Li Sao", there are many beautiful lines of Yong Lan.
[Youlan grows in the vestibule, with smoke waiting for the breeze]
Qu Yuan, the god of orchids, is definitely the confidant of orchids. The two have the same temperament and can reflect each other.
And because orchids bloom in the first month, the flower festival of orchids is set in the first month. (that is, the first month of the lunar calendar)
Orchid's elegance
Confucius Songlan, Quyuan Peilan, Dongpo Yonglan, Valley Shulan, Suonan Huilan, Banqiao Shulan...
Orchids are known as "gentleman among flowers" and "fragrance of kings".
Different from the loneliness of plum, the wind and frost of chrysanthemum, and the integrity of bamboo,
Orchids symbolize intellectual temperament and restrained elegance.
[Bamboo has knots but flowers, plum blossoms have flowers but leaves, pine has leaves but fragrance, only orchids exist together]
Since ancient times, people have regarded orchids with elegant demeanor, dignified appearance and delicate fragrance as noble,
A symbol of elegance and constancy, a symbol of nobility.
The flower language of orchid is "everything is good", which means auspicious and good luck.
Orchids can not only be used for viewing and pleasure, but also have been used for medicine and treatment (Compendium of Materia Medica 1552~1587).
In traditional Chinese culture, "orchid" itself is a very famous plant. From the ranking of flowers in ancient books, you will always see orchids, and they are often among the top few.
In addition, from the "idiom" itself, we can get a glimpse of the status of one or two orchids in the hearts of the ancients. For example, "Jinlanzhijiao", "Huizhilanxin" and "Kongguyoulan" are all used to describe a good situation.
Introduction of Phalaenopsis
Orchid
The scientific name of Orchid is named Phalaenopsis after the Greek words phalaina (moth) and opsis (image). Its flower shape is like a butterfly. When it blooms, the flower stems hang down into a bow, and the breeze blows like a group of butterflies.
Chinese people are very fond of the flower shape and color of Phalaenopsis, so Phalaenopsis is called "Queen of Orchids".
The purple phalaenopsis can be said to be the most common and popular classic style, with flower spots as embellishment
Big red and big purple, festive and lively atmosphere jumps on the branches Delicate and glamorous, the elegant butterfly shape is hard to hide, gorgeous and eye-catching, beautiful and not vulgar.
The output of Phalaenopsis is not high, so it is rare. Elegant and pure, the white petals are like spring snow, hovering gracefully on the brancher
Under the design of our Huasheng Huahua flower artist, The purity and nobility of the white Phalaenopsis and the festiveness of the New Year complement each other, creating a special artistic conception.
The growth cycle of mini Phalaenopsis is short, easy to bloom, large in flower volume, and small in number.
The little butterflies in full bloom are lively and lovely, still elegant and freehand, like several yellow butterflies flying in early spring,
The appearance of the mini Phalaenopsis is a bit like the classic Cymbidium, which is quite poetic.
The auspicious little butterfly is very suitable for Chinese New Year! It is also suitable to put at home after the New Year, and feel the fresh energy it brings!
There are more styles, not exhaustive
For more styles, please contact Peanut Blossom Store or inquiry
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Orchid Care
Many people are attracted by Phalaenopsis, but the reason why they are deterred is that orchids should be difficult to raise.
In fact, as long as you have a little understanding, you will find that Phalaenopsis is not difficult to raise, and it is even a savior for lazy people.
Watering Phalaenopsis
Orchids are tropical plants. Phalaenopsis likes high temperature and high humidity, and has strong drought tolerance.
A common mistake that causes orchids to wilt is overwatering.
Orchid roots that have been submerged in water for a long time without proper drainage holes will wither due to root rot.
The principle of watering is rather less than too much, less water just slows down the growth rate, too much water is easy to rot the roots
April to September:
If the temperature is high, you can water once every 5 days (you only need to water until the excess water just flows out from the bottom of the pot)
October to March:
If the temperature is low, you can reduce the frequency of watering depending on the situation.
The frequency is about ten days to half a month, and it is enough to water once. Remember not to accumulate water in the center of the leaves, and do not accumulate water in the pot. You will not make a big mistake according to this care method.
REMEMBER: Avoid overwatering which can cause root rot
Phalaenopsis light
The strong vitality of Phalaenopsis makes it very easy to take care of, and it is very suitable for the cultivation of ordinary households with scattered light
But pay attention to avoid direct sunlight, the color of orchids will become light in light cases, and the buds will die in severe cases
If there is no sunlight, you can place the orchid in a place where there is light, and use ordinary and some LED lights to supplement the light appropriately
Environmental ventilation
It is very important. Whether it is the stem above the ground or the root below the ground, ventilation is very important. When selecting the medium, if the ventilation or water retention of the medium is selected, the importance of ventilation will be higher than water retention.
best practice
Put the Phalaenopsis in an open window facing east or west, and it will be easier to bloom if it absorbs enough sunlight.
When you notice that the Phalaenopsis has stopped blooming, it is best to move the pot to fresh orchid mud.
Press the soil with your fingers, if you feel it is obviously wet, you don’t need to add water; when it’s 80% or 90% dry, you can consider adding water appropriately
Thank you for reading so many Phalaenopsis related information,
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Easily make the New Year atmosphere and good intentions. Come and choose your favorite Phalaenopsis!
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What a fascinating read about the elegance and cultural significance of orchids! 🌸✨ Phalaenopsis truly brings a refined beauty to the Lunar New Year celebrations. Just like how orchids symbolize nobility and good fortune, I hope the year ahead is as graceful and prosperous as these blooms. And of course, while setting up beautiful orchids at home, don’t forget to check ผลฟุตบอลสด to keep up with all the latest match updates! ⚽🎉