A few hundred years ago, an orchid was considered a plant that only the rich and aristocrats could afford. Today, this flower has become more accessible to all. However, caring for her did not become easier - still phalaenopsis requires a lot of time and attention.
In the modern world, a reverent attitude to orchids among flower growers has been preserved. So, for example, in the UK, so far every new bred variety is fixed and clarified this event in the press. There is a reward that you can win by bringing a new unique type of orchid.
Origin of the flower
So, Phalaenopsis Multiflora - what is it? This variety was obtained by crossing, not one, but several consecutive ones. "Multiflora" is translated as many-flowered. The native places of such phalaenopsis are Australia, areas of Southeast Asia and any other tropics of our planet.
Appearance Description
Multiflora received this name by chance. “Multi” means “many”. This means that flower growers have made many crosses in order to achieve the result that we are seeing today. Varieties of natural origin have long been protected by public services. In addition, natural phalaenopsis very badly endure our climatic conditions. Therefore, for more than a century, breeders have been breeding new varieties, to which our Multiflora belongs.
At home, Multiflora reaches an average height of about half a meter. Leaf plates are quite fat, oval-shaped, 30 centimeters in length. Most often in the outlet grows 6-8 leaves. In rare cases, their number reaches ten.
As soon as a new sheet appears, the old (bottom) begins to die off. Such an orchid can throw from three to six flower shoots, which are called peduncles. If you reach a height of 30 centimeters and more floral arrows, you will need additional support..
We recommend watching the video about the features of the appearance and structure of Muliflora orchid:
Differences from other types of orchids
Multiflora refers to the average phalaenopsis. Often, it grows 5-6 saturated green leaves. A distinctive feature of multiflora is wilting of old leaf plates during the beginning of the growth of young leaves.
Another characteristic feature is the lack of a growth point. This suggests that the leaves come straight from the soil. Flower arrows are also difficult - they have the ability during flowering to branch, forming a set of processes with buds.
Subsort
This type of orchid has a huge number of subspecies. We describe only the most popular.
Rembrandt
Homeland of this species is Holland. Most often it is acquired by novice flower growers, since Phalaenopsis Rembrandt is considered one of the most unpretentious in the care. Despite the small overall size, flowers can reach eight centimeters.
Lush tropikanka
Differs in its ability to adapt. The root system is growing rapidly, getting used to new places. The variety is characterized by abundant flowering and a large number of branches of peduncles.
Bloom
When and how is it going?
At home, the Multifor can bloom almost the entire year with short breaks.. This plant practically does not need a rest period. Of course, in winter the flowering is less luxuriant, but this does not make the phalaenopsis look worse.
If we talk about shades, then this variety has a wide variety of variations: it can be just white, and you can see petals of a color that does not exist in the natural environment.
We recommend to watch the video about the features of orchid flowering Multiflora:
Care before the appearance of buds
Multiflora requires two important conditions: optimum temperature and many hours of illumination.. In the first case, it is necessary to maintain the air during the day at a level of 25-28 degrees above zero, and at night - 18-22 degrees of heat. But in order to fulfill the second condition, you will most likely need to resort to artificial lighting, since the light day should last for ten to twelve hours.
What to do after flowering?
Immediately after dropping the last bud, the orchid can be moved to a cooler place. Such a manipulation will stimulate the beginning of a new bloom.
Also do not forget about the peduncles - they need to be cut. But this should be done only after the flower arrow dries out completely.
After about 60 days, Multiflora can be returned to its usual place. This will be a signal for the formation of new buds.
If no buds appear
- Most often the problem lies in the lighting - it is very small. It should be a lot. For at least 10 hours a day, diffused light should fall on the orchid.
- The next reason may be incorrect watering, which should not be overdone. It is possible to moisten the soil only after it has stood dry for two or three days, not earlier.
- Do not forget about the daily temperature drop. It should fluctuate within five degrees. However, the night temperature cannot fall below 18 degrees. Otherwise, phalaenopsis will start to hurt.
Recommendations for growing
Choosing a place
When choosing a place for an orchid, one should prefer light and well ventilated areas. But the airing should not go into drafts. Exactly the same as lighting should not go into burning. In the hot hours it is better to hide the Multiflora from the sun. To do this, simply hang the windows at this time.
Important: Also beware of areas of premises near heating appliances, as they are very dry air and soil.
Soil preparation and pot
Soil is better to buy ready-made in specialized stores. It should be designed specifically for Orchids.
To prepare the substrate at home, you need to take in equal proportions pine bark, charcoal and sphagnum moss and mix it all. Do not forget about the drainage layer. This will ensure good air circulation in the pot.
As for the pot, firstly it should be transparent, and secondly smooth. Transparency is necessary in order for light to penetrate to the roots that take part in photosynthesis along with the leaves. A smooth pot should be in order to prevent ingrowth of the roots in the vessel wall.
Temperature
Multiflora refers to the heat-loving plants. Therefore, the room must be maintained at a temperature of 23-26 degrees of heat during the day. At night, the air can become cooler - about 18 degrees. But it is important to ensure that the temperature does not fall below this level.
Humidity
Proper care for Multiflora is to maintain the level of air humidity in the range of 50-70%. On cloudy and rainy days it is necessary to ventilate the room to avoid stagnant moisture.
And on hot days, on the contrary, as often as possible moisten the air around and the orchid itself. This can be done with a simple spraying, as well as by placing the container with water near the flowerpot with a flower.
Lighting
We have already said that all phalaenopsis need to provide plenty of light. In winter, additional lighting will be needed to increase the daylight time to 12 hours.
Watering
This can be done in two ways: under the shower and immersion. In the first case, not only the soil will be moistened, but the entire surface of the plant. In addition, it is an excellent hygienic procedure - during the shower all the accumulated dust is washed off.
Immerse the flower in the water for 30-40 minutes. Try not to overdo the specified time.
Board: To understand that it is time to water Multiflora, you need to closely monitor the substrate. Once it is completely dry, you need to wait another couple of days and only then re-moisten the soil.
Top dressing
Fertilize orchid is recommended along with watering. So the nutrients are properly distributed and reach all parts of the plant.
It is best to buy ready-made complexes for such flowers. It is important that everything is balanced in fertilizers.. Especially nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus.
We recommend to watch the video about the proper dressing of orchids:
Transfer
To carry out such a procedure is necessary every 2 years. Pots should not be much larger than the volume of the root system. Substrate better to buy ready. Do not forget about the drainage. Rhizomes should feel free in a flowerpot, so do not tamp the ground too much.
Experienced growers recommend replanting an orchid without removing it from the old soil.. Simply change the pot to a larger one.
Breeding
There are two ways of breeding Multiflora: seeds and children. But at home it is possible to use only the second option. Children are small processes that are formed on the flower arrows.
We must wait until these processes release the roots, and then carefully cut them off with a blade from the mother plant. Places of cuts necessarily sprinkle with charcoal. Babe planted in a small pot with the usual orchid substrate. In the first three weeks it will not be superfluous to provide a process of greenhouse conditions.
Diseases and pests
After buying an orchid, you should immediately examine it carefully for the presence of pests and diseases.
- Spider mite. They pierce the leaves of the plant and suck the juice out of them. To get rid of these pests, it is necessary to soak the flower for a quarter of an hour in insecticide.
- Different rot. The affected areas need to be removed, sprinkle cinnamon from the slices, and treat the healthy plant with basezol. But do not get involved in such a procedure.
- Fungal infections. If you find such a disease, you need to transplant the orchid into a new soil and process the flower with any antifungal agent, strictly following the instructions.
We recommend watching a video about pests and diseases of orchids:
Conclusion
The best prevention of any problem with Multiflora is to follow the described care guidelines. If you follow all instructions, there should be no difficulties in growing phalaenopsis. The main thing to do everything correctly and systematically.
