Orchid is a mysterious, fabulous, unusually beautiful guest from the tropics. More recently, these magical flowers were inaccessible to ordinary people. They could be admired in special nurseries or in wildlife. But now mankind has learned to keep orchids at home. Moreover, it turned out that these flowers are not difficult to care for, having certain knowledge.
Orchid flowers can be compared to a work of art. Their beauty is so mesmerizing that countries such as Hong Kong and Venezuela have made orchids their symbol. Almost all types of orchids can be found in the tropics. These plants grow by attaching to tree trunks.
In the world, along with artificial hybrids, there are about 35 thousand species of orchids. Red orchid phalaenopsis is one of the types of orchids on which we will focus. Having a bright and attractive color, this flower can very well fit into any interior and subtly refresh it.
Red orchid has natural fragility and sophistication. The plant has a thin and long stem, with dense and fleshy leaves, the color of which is pale green. In the inflorescence can be both one or several flowers. Indoor flower orchid has an ambiguous number of inflorescences, it varies and depends on the conditions of this exotic plant.
There are plants that in one bloom can give their lucky owners up to 40 inflorescences. There is a distinctive feature of orchids - this is their root system, it has a surface structure. Therefore, this representative of the flora receives all the necessary nutrients for life and functioning through watering the leaves. The red orchid , like others, requires a certain attitude in terms of care.
Lighting
In order for the red orchid to be healthy and beautiful, it is necessary to properly organize its lighting. The best thing is when the light that falls on the plant is bright enough, but at the same time scattered. Direct sunlight must be avoided. After all, this can lead to a burn of leaves and over time, the flower simply burns out.
Therefore, you need to pay attention to what color the leaves are. If there is enough lighting, then the leaves become light green, or have a reddish tint. And if there is not enough sunlight, then the leaf acquires a dark emerald hue, it becomes smaller. In winter, when the daylight is very short, there is a need for artificial lighting of a red orchid so that the plant is in the light for 12-15 hours.
From the foregoing, we can conclude that the plant does not like windows that look north. He likes the western part of the house.
Temperature
Temperature indicators in the room where the indoor flower of the orchid grows should vary during the day from 17 ° to 27 ° Celsius, and in the dark should not be lower than 20 °. This temperature difference is very important for the growth and abundant periodic flowering of orchids. It is also recommended that from 1 to 2 months a year (preferably in the fall) contain a red orchid in a room with an air temperature of 16 ° Celsius for laying buds of future flowers.
Humidity
A tropical plant is very fond of humidity, so there is a need to spray it with water at room temperature in hot weather or in winter, when central heating works. Orchids are not sprayed if they are in the sun, and during the flowering period you need to ensure that water does not get on the flowers. The best hours for water treatments are morning or afternoon. If pots with red orchids are not on the balcony, then you can spray at night. Water for this purpose should be clean, or better rain, snow (to avoid white plaque).
High humidity is the main and very important condition for the maintenance of these plants. To solve this problem, you can put flower pots on a pallet with small stones and water. If the tips of the roots are green, then the humidity is normal.
Red orchid really does not like drafts! Therefore, it is necessary to ensure the circulation of air in the room according to the natural principle and in no case should cold air get into the flower.
Watering a red orchid
When watering the plant, you need to use soft water, but not too cold. It can be boiled, or the best option is rain water. One important condition should be fulfilled - water should not fall on the growth point in case of watering, otherwise the plant can simply rot and die after all. Pour liquid with caution and thin stream. If the orchid grows in a special basket or block, you can immerse it in water for a while. After this, it is imperative to drain the excess fluid.
Conclusion
On top of that, orchids are very good for our health. This plant has a great influence on the emotional environment, on the mood of a person. Of course, due to the aesthetic appearance. But color also plays a role. So, a red orchid calls for action, inspires. It is suitable as a gift to a rather slow person, and to all those who appreciate the beauty of these magnificent flowers.