Orchids Propagation Overview
Orchid Plant and Flower Propagation Information Overview
There are many ways in which orchids are propagated today, commercial nurseries will use mass production methods to reproduce a choice variety of either a specie or hybrid plant, the favoured one goes by the name of meristem culture, this laboratory technique involves the mass tissue culture of the growing meristem tip from within the new growth of the plant concerned, the nucleus of cells derived from this small sample of tissue or grown on in flasks on nutrient gels. The result of this is the successful production of any number of plants, all identical to the original more or less, and that is how excellent plants become available to us all at remarkably low prices.
May 31, 2006
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Orchid Plant Blooming Overview
Orchid Plant and Flower Blooming Information Overview
The key to getting an orchid plant to bloom all year long lies in choosing an orchid that’s best suited to the conditions in your home. Below is some basic background on different types of orchids and the factors that influence their bloom and growth.
May 30, 2006
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Orchid Dieases Overview
Orchid Plant Family Diseases Information Overview
Diseases are more than a nuisance on orchid plants, if left untreated they can kill them and/or spread to other healthy orchids. Treatment as soon as noticed is the best course of action.
The following is a summary of products that work on orchid diseases that other plant growers have used on their orchids with success. Indoor growers should treat their plants outdoors then bring back indoors after a few hours of airing out or wait until the next day if it’s practical (not recommended in winter). Everyone should buy liquids in smaller quantities to avoid degradation after opening, use liquid fungicides and anti-bacterials within 6 months after opening or buy a new batch.
May 29, 2006
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Orchid Plant Insects Overview
Orchid Plant Family Insects Information Overview
Orchids are susceptible to a number of insects, bugs and mites, including aphids, mealybugs, scales, twospotted spider mites, and thrips. Aphids, mealybugs, and soft scales use their mouthparts to suck sap from orchid plants. They can curl, yellow, or stunt growth of leaves and can reduce flower production and stem growth. Insects like the ones mentioned above also excrete a clear, sticky liquid called honeydew. Black moldy fungus can grow on honeydew, covering leaves and making them unsightly.
May 28, 2006
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