Not everyone knows that orchids can be … black. In fact, this is a darkened variety of the popular Phalaenopsis, which will be perfect for elegant interiors. Check the characteristics of such an orchid and the most important principles of its care.
An interesting fact is that The black orchid was initially … white. The flowers are dyed dark while setting flower buds or when the plant releases the first inflorescence stem.
Then A completely safe dye is applied to this part, which makes the flower petals dark. Further growing inflorescences will have a standard, white color, but for several weeks the specimen will retain their unusual color.
Black orchid is more expensive than the standard one. For example, white orchid costs PLN 20, and this dark 30 or even PLN 40. All because of its uniqueness. I must admit that such a plant is impressive and draws attention.
Black is grown the same as the standard one. However, it is worth recalling the most important care principles of this plant. Finally, we consider her quite capricious.
We put the specimen in a bright position, but not with directly falling rays of the sunas its delicate leaves can be burned. The optimal temperature for orchid is 20 degrees Celsius.
Put the plant into a special ground for orchids. It is best that it has a pine bark with the addition of peat. Such a mixture ensures Better access to the sun and air. We also recommend buying a transparent or transparent pot, thanks to which it will be very easy to control the condition of the roots.
We water the orchid only when its roots are white and wrinkled. If they have a green color and there are no creases, we can wait with irrigation.
It is best to make water baths for this specimen. We even immerse the black orchid in a bowl of water or pour for 10-15 minutes. Then let’s leave it to drain. Remember to pour excess water out of the base. Otherwise, his roots will start to rot.
Before flowering and during the release of buds We fertilize the plant with multi -component fertilizer, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. At rest, we stop power for six weeks.
In garden stores you will find a lot of fertilizers for orchids in the form of powders, gels, sticks or granules. We can also be tempted to make a natural conditioner for orchids, e.g. from banana skins.
