雄伟的卡特莱亚兰花

 雄伟的卡特莱亚兰花

Charles Cook

"这是所有兰花中的女王",英国兰花爱好者威廉-卡特利这样描述,1818年,当第一件兰花标本出现时,他说:"这是所有兰花中的女王。 唇形猫科动物 为了纪念他们,他们被命名为卡特兰,今天仍然是世界上最令人钦佩的属种之一。

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事实上,它们是具有壮观和戏剧性的花朵的兰花。 它们的颜色似乎是不真实的,它们的花瓣、萼片,特别是嘴唇,在许多物种中,似乎有挥舞的褶皱。 有较小的物种和杂交种,但当花朵达到15厘米时,它们变得令人印象深刻。

植物的描述

该植物由根茎组成,根茎和假鳞茎从根茎中长出,假鳞茎有各种大小和形状,通常,较小、肥大、圆形的假鳞茎物种通常在假鳞茎的末端有一片叶子,来自温暖的栖息地,而来自温带或寒冷气候的物种有更多的假鳞茎。长而薄,在每个假鳞茎的2或3叶中结束。

叶子拉长,中间有一个纵向褶皱。 在开花季节,一般是秋天,在叶子的基部出现一个护套,保护发育中的花蕾。 当这些花蕾长得足够大时,它们会打破护套并开出花朵。

来源

它们是附生植物,意味着它们依附在南美洲热带森林的树干或树枝上生长,在哥斯达黎加、巴西和阿根廷等国。

在哪里种植

来自较温暖气候的物种在春季和夏季可以在室外种植,免受阳光照射,但在冬季必须在室内或加热的温室中种植。 来自温带和较寒冷气候的物种可以全年在室外种植,只要它们生长在温度不低于5度的地方,并适当保护它们不受伤害。霜冻、强风和降雨。

See_also: 达尔文的兰花

保养和维护

理想的花盆是用粘土制成的,底部和侧面有许多孔,以便基质有良好的排水性。 卡特兰喜欢大量但有间隔的浇水,在浇水之间让植物通风,根部干燥。 浇水的平衡不容易实现:过多的浇水会使根部腐烂,如果间隔过长,我们会使植物过度脱水,这对卡特兰来说是一种伤害。每隔一天浇一次水,进行施肥。

对物种或杂交种的特性的了解总是有帮助的。

基质

通常我们只使用松树皮,但我们可以将树皮与椰子纤维碎片和Leca®等量混合。 如果我们浇水少,我们应该添加一点珍珠岩。 也有人使用小块的软木粉(约1厘米),甚至与植物炭的混合物,这将吸收多余的矿物盐,同时,避免快速降解的衬底。

生长条件

明亮的灯光 但没有阳光直接照射。 温度 在13至28度之间的理想状态。 湿度 空气的比例在50-60%之间。 浇水 每周一次。 受精 每两星期一次,在灌溉水中稀释。

Charles Cook

Charles Cook is a passionate horticulturist, blogger, and avid plant lover, dedicated to sharing his knowledge and love for gardens, plants, and decoration. With over two decades of experience in the field, Charles has honed his expertise and turned his passion into a career.Growing up on a farm, surrounded by lush greenery, Charles developed a deep appreciation for nature's beauty from an early age. He would spend hours exploring the vast fields and tending to various plants, nurturing a love for gardening that would follow him throughout his life.After graduating with a degree in horticulture from a prestigious university, Charles embarked on his professional journey, working in various botanical gardens and nurseries. This invaluable hands-on experience allowed him to gain a deep understanding of different plant species, their unique requirements, and the art of landscape design.Recognizing the power of online platforms, Charles decided to start his blog, offering a virtual space for fellow garden enthusiasts to gather, learn, and find inspiration. His engaging and informative blog, filled with captivating videos, helpful tips, and the latest news, has garnered a loyal following from gardeners of all levels.Charles believes that a garden is not just a collection of plants, but a living, breathing sanctuary that can bring joy, tranquility, and connection to nature. Heendeavors to unravel the secrets of successful gardening, providing practical advice on plant care, design principles, and innovative decoration ideas.Beyond his blog, Charles frequently collaborates with gardening professionals, participates in workshops and conferences, and even contributes articles to prominent gardening publications. His passion for gardens and plants knows no bounds, and he tirelessly seeks to expand his knowledge, always striving to bring fresh and exciting content to his readers.Through his blog, Charles aims to inspire and encourage others to unlock their own green thumbs, believing that anyone can create a beautiful, thriving garden with the right guidance and a sprinkle of creativity. His warm and genuine writing style, coupled with his wealth of expertise, ensures that readers will be enthralled and empowered to embark on their own garden adventures.When Charles isn't busy tending to his own garden or sharing his expertise online, he enjoys exploring botanical gardens around the world, capturing the beauty of flora through his camera lens. With a deep-rooted commitment to nature conservation, he actively advocates for sustainable gardening practices, cultivating an appreciation for the fragile ecosystem we inhabit.Charles Cook, a true plant aficionado, invites you to join him on a journey of discovery, as he opens the doors to the captivatingworld of gardens, plants, and decoration through his captivating blog and enchanting videos.