From the variety of species and hybrid forms of orchids, the eyes are wide open.
These amazingly beautiful exotic plants are increasingly winning the hearts of flower growers around the world.
Orchid Manhattan with its flowering gives a special charm, elegance, aristocracy and mystery. No wonder they personify in the house the love, beauty and well-being of the seed.
Brief Definition
Manhattan Orchids are one of the largest families of plants whose representatives are found on all continents, including almost all climatic zones, with the exception of Antarctica.
Detailed description of the hybrid with a photo
Here you can see the photos of the plant:
Orchid Manhattan - an interesting and attractive hybrid. True, this hybrid is not registered anywhere. The existing name is considered commercial, and the name may differ depending on the manufacturer. But in most trading companies it is still customary to refer to it as the Manhattan Orchid. In this regard, florists often discuss the correctness of the name of orchids.
It is mostly pale pink, covered with numerous inclusions, bright yellow and with shades of orange lips.
Pedicels are straight, with an elegant slope, retain from 10 to 14 colors for a long time, depending on the conditions and lighting, changing their color shade. Flower arrow branches well, which ensures the duration of flowering due to the formation of new buds. The root system is well developed.. Air ducts are covered with a good layer of velamen.
History of
In 1752, Swedish pastor Peter Osbek found another plant on a small island in the vicinity of Ternate Island and sent a herbarium to Carl Linnaeus, who described it in his famous work "Plant Species."
What is the difference from other species?
The Manhattan Orchid is different from other varieties.:
- root system features;
- she has no subsorts.
Bloom
When and how?
The main feature of most orchids and Manhattan is no exception, it is the period of their flowering, which can occur during the year. therefore mature orchids bloom for almost a year, creating the necessary conditions and proper care.
Care before and after
After flowering for the flower you need to continue to take care. In general, this help does not differ from care during flowering and before flowering. For orchid Manhattan there should be no shortage of water. In addition to this, it should be sprayed periodically. After flowering, you need to reduce the dressing a little, as it should rest a little.
Attention! It is necessary to examine the roots, as the plant probably needs transplantation, and this is best done after flowering.
What if it does not bloom?
Re-bloom depends on the state of the blooming arrow. If it is not completely dried, then there is a high likelihood of a recurring process from a sleeping kidney. Often the orchid does not bloom for quite a long time. This is usually due to growing conditions and adequacy of care.
If the plant is not quite young, then experienced orchidists resort to stimulate flowering. The incentive process includes several requirements.
Growing up
Choosing a place
The most favorable places for the Manhattan orchid are window sills, whose windows face south or west with shading.
Soil preparation and pot
It happens that in the fall and winter in the apartment you can lower the humidity, it is necessary to add sphagnum moss only when the house heating is on. It is necessary to put pieces of bark of the middle fraction on the bottom of the pot.
- Before transplanting the plants, rinse the bark well.
- Then soak for two days so that the bark absorbs moisture. Dry bark quickly passes water.
- After the bark has been left in water for two days, rinse it in clean water. Then you need to add chopped moss, mix it.
Temperature
Favorable temperature regime will be 25-30 degrees Celsius. In winter, the temperature should be no higher than 20 degrees Celsius.
We offer to see a visual video of what is happening with the orchid, if the temperature does not fit:
Humidity
Optimum humidity for normal growth and development will be humidity from 30 to 40 percent.
Excessive humidity, without ventilation, may cause small spots on orchid leaves. Manhattan and lead to rotting roots. For a long time at low humidity, and it is somewhere in the region of 20-25% of moisture, it can lead to loss of leaves of turgor and even loss of flowers. To increase the humidity in the apartment, you need to move the plant to a tray with water.
Lighting
Light is one of the main sources of life for both orchids and other plants. Since the orchid is a tropical plant, the sun always shines equally and evenly. Our climate is completely different, in the winter season - the sun shines very weakly and does not warm, the day does not last long, and the low temperature does have a negative effect on the growth and development of the plant.
As a result, our local flora sheds leaves, and in spring it blooms again. Orchid Manhattan can behave the same way as our plants.
In winter, it is necessary to provide the orchid with additional artificial lighting, or the plant will have to retire.
Watering
Watering should be abundant, as the top layer of the substrate dries out., waterlogging can lead to his death. Irrigation water should be warm and soft. The lower the illumination and temperature of the flower, the less watering is required, it is better not to add an orchid than to pour.
Top dressing
Ideal to start feeding Manhattan orchids after the first day of flowering. It happens that after dressing flowers start to fade. This is due to the fact that at first the plant becomes accustomed to a new place and is under stress. Orchid, bought in the store, should be fed only after flowering.
If the orchid blooms for a long time, then it must be fed during the flowering season.. If you use complex fertilizer for indoor plants, you should significantly reduce the dose of fertilizer, you need to take 25 percent of the fertilizer from the dosage indicated on the label.
Transfer
There is no need to replant the Manhattan orchid too often, it will be enough once every three years.
We offer to view the video with a vivid process of transplanting orchid Manhattan:
Breeding
Many manufacturers reproduce orchids with children, without exerting any effort or stimulating the hormones of the kidneys.
Manhattan orchid reproduction by rhizome is unacceptable. In nature, this type of orchid propagates by seed, and after flowering, by the appearance of new young shoots.
The dried rosette in the adult orchid should be divided into two halves and cut off the part with one or two roots. A stump that remains until new buds appear, which are then cut off from the parent plant. If the plant is healthy, then vegetative reproduction can be carried out. All operations must be performed using sterile instruments.
Pests
The following pests are found on the Manhattan orchid:
- shield;
- aphid;
- mealybug;
- spider mite;
- thrips;
- nematodes;
- woodlice.
To ensure that various pests and diseases do not disturb the Manhattan orchid, proper care must be taken.
Psychologists believe that orchids cure people of depression. They do not cause allergic reactions. Confucius at one time called them "the kings of fragrant flowers."
Conclusion
The care and process of growing exotic plants, the most adapted and specially bred for home floriculture, is a real pleasure for lovers of home florist. After studying the characteristics and characteristics of growing phalaenopsis, you can enjoy the beautiful and lush flowering of such wonderful plants for many years.
