Growth habit of Dendrobium candidum
Dendrobium candidum grows in mountains or rocks at an altitude of 480~ 1700 meters all the year round. Like warm and humid environment, Dendrobium candidum is not cold-tolerant, and its growth temperature is generally 18~30℃.
The growing temperature is 16~2 1℃, and the night temperature is mostly 10~ 13℃. When winter comes, the temperature should not be lower than 10℃, otherwise it will be easily frozen.
Where does Dendrobium candidum grow?
Dendrobium candidum belongs to Orchidaceae, which is mostly distributed in mountainous areas such as southwestern Anhui, eastern Zhejiang, western Fujian, northwestern Guangxi, Sichuan and southeastern Yunnan. , and mostly born in the semi-shady environment of mountains.
Dendrobium candidum likes to grow in a cool and humid environment with smooth air, especially on rocks in high altitude areas, where the climate is mostly humid and the temperature is suitable, so it can avoid the cold.
Growth environment and conditions of Dendrobium candidum
1. Soil Dendrobium candidum has certain requirements for soil softness and water permeability. When planting, it can be mixed with substrates such as water moss, gravel, bark and organic fertilizer to help it grow.
2. Moisture Dendrobium candidum has a high demand for water. It is recommended to water plants 2-3 times a week in spring and autumn, and once a day when the temperature is high in summer.
3. Insect resistance When in high temperature and high humidity weather, Dendrobium candidum is easy to be infected with soft rot. At this time, it is necessary to spray drugs on Dendrobium candidum to prevent soft rot. If you have been unfortunately infected with soft rot, you can spray carbendazim solution for treatment. Generally, spraying it on the leaves for 2 ~ 3 times will be effective.