Dendrobium officinale has a graceful plant shape and bright colors, which has high ornamental value. It is often cultivated in pots for appreciation. It likes a warm and humid environment and generally grows in semi-shady places. When breeding, soil, light, and watering need to be managed well. The following is a detailed introduction.

1. Soil

Dendrobium officinale prefers loose and fertile soil with certain air permeability and drainage. You can choose to mix sphagnum moss, bark, peat, fungus chaff, etc. as soil The substrate not only has good water and fertilizer retention effects, but also has high fertility, which is beneficial to the development and growth of plants.

2. Light

Dendrobium officinale generally grows in semi-shady places. It needs to be given appropriate light during cultivation and should not be exposed to strong light. In summer and when the light is strong at noon, it is necessary to provide shade to prevent direct sunlight from burning the leaves. You can place the plant in a cool place. In winter, the light is weak and can receive mild direct sunlight, which is beneficial to promote the normal growth of plants.

3. Watering

Dendrobium officinale likes a humid environment and has certain requirements for moisture. Plants grow fast in spring and summer, and need to be replenished with water in time. You can water it every 4-5 days. When the temperature is high in summer, you can also use spray to spray water to increase air humidity. In autumn and winter, plant growth slows down, and you can water it every 4-5 days. Water every 10 days. When watering, do not allow water to accumulate in the pot soil to avoid root rot and death of the plant.