Hoang Phi Hac Orchid- Techniques for growing and stimulating flowers to bloom in time for Tet

Dendrobium signatum is a famous wild orchid in Vietnam. Its flowers look like flying cranes and are easy to grow and care for.

When it comes to beautiful wild orchids, we certainly cannot ignore the name of the Hoang Phi Hac orchid , right? This is an orchid with a fragile beauty, unique flower shape like a crane spreading its wings in flight, very popular among orchid enthusiasts in Vietnam.

In addition to its impressive appearance, the orchid also makes players excited because of its high adaptability, easy to grow, easy to care for, completely suitable for those without much experience.

If you want to add to your garden some pots of elegantly beautiful Cymbidium orchids, don't miss the article shared by Wild Orchids below to gain more experience in growing and caring for orchid effectively.

Introduction to the orchid Hoang Phi Hac

Dendrobium orchid is a species of orchid in the genus Dendrobium.

Dendrobium signatum, a genus of orchids (Dendrobium), was first scientifically described in 1868. This is a native orchid line in tropical Asia, distributed in some countries with hot and humid climates all year round such as:

• Vietnam: Northwest, Central Highlands and North Central such as Son La, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Lam Dong, Kon Tum,...
• Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand and southern China.

In nature, the orchid often lives epiphytically on tree trunks or clings to rocks in shady places, with scattered light, high humidity, and a distinct distinction between the dry and rainy seasons.

The name "Hoang phi hac" comes from the main color of the flower which is yellow - "Hoang" and the shape of the flower hanging down like a flying crane "phi hac".

How to identify the orchid Hoang Phi Hac

Image of the body, leaves and flowers of the orchid Hoang Phi Hac.

The Dendrobium orchid has a distinctive color and shape, making it easy to recognize compared to many other orchid species in the genus Dendrobium. Let's find out more details below.

Close :

• The stem grows upright or slightly inclined, not drooping like other hanging species.
• Stem height from 40 - 80 cm, cylindrical, usually bright yellow or yellow-green
• Has even segments, covered with a thin ivory white silk shell.

Roots :

• Roots grow in clusters, rhizome is ivory white, tip is greenish white
• Roots cling firmly to the substrate, stop growing or grow very slowly in winter

Leaves :

• Leaves are slender, slightly blunt at the tip, growing alternately on both sides of the stem.
• Leaves are dark green, underside is lighter green
• Leaves often fall a lot in winter, leaving only a few leaves at the top.

Flower :

• Flower spikes grow from the stem eyes, each eye can produce 1 - 2 spikes, each spike has 1 - 3 flowers
• Flowers are large or small depending on care conditions, usually from 5 - 6 cm
• The main color of the flower is ivory white, the throat of the flower is bright yellow, with some characteristic dark purple stripes creating a special contrast.
• The petals are long, slender, thin, and slightly curved, looking like flying cranes.
• Has a gentle, pleasant fragrance, strong in the evening or early morning
• Flowers bloom in spring, from February to April
• Each flower only blooms for 5 - 7 days, but the flowers grow scattered throughout the stem so each flower spike can last from 2 - 3 weeks, depending on the weather and climate.

Techniques for planting and caring for Dendrobium orchids

Learn detailed techniques for growing Cymbidium orchids.

If you want to be successful from the first time you grow the Dendrobium orchid, please refer to some techniques for growing and caring for this orchid species shared in detail here. Guaranteed simple, easy to understand and easy to apply.

Selection and processing of seeds

First and foremost, you need to choose a good orchid variety and treat the variety because this will help your orchid pot take root quickly and be less susceptible to disease.

A good orchid seedling will meet the following conditions :

• Healthy seedlings, plump stems, not crushed, no signs of pests or diseases
• The tree trunk has young shoots or roots.
• Priority is given to choosing purebred or wild varieties that have grown stably for one season.

Seed treatment :

• Cut off rotten roots, wilted leaves, damaged roots, old stems,...
• Soak the seedlings in a diluted solution of Physan 20 or Benkona for about 15 - 20 minutes to remove fungus.
• Soak the tree roots in B1, Atonik,... solution to stimulate germination.
• Hang the tree in a cool place, away from sunlight and rain for about 2 - 3 days.

Prepare growing medium for Phi Hac orchid

To help the orchid take root quickly and grow well, you need to choose the right substrate.

Basic requirements for growing Phi Hac orchids are as follows :

• Good drainage
• Airy
• Moderate moisture

Growing medium for potting :

• Charcoal, lightweight gravel, pine bark, coconut fiber, pumice, moss or even dry straw.

Wood mounting bracket :

• Longan wood, milkwood, non-rot driftwood
• Coconut fiber, coconut fiber, Chilean coconut fiber

Substrate treatment :

• Pine bark, charcoal, driftwood: Soak in diluted lime water for 1 - 2 days, rinse and dry.
• Coconut fiber stalks and coconut fiber boards should be soaked in Physan 20 solution for best fungus removal.
• Coconut fiber Should be boiled or soaked in lime water for 4 - 5 days to remove astringency and fungus.
• Then dry the entire substrate before planting or grafting.

Techniques for growing and grafting Cymbidium orchids

Here are basic techniques for planting and grafting Cymbidium orchids to help your orchids take root quickly, grow well and bloom on time.

Optimal planting/grafting time :

• Should start around late spring - early summer (March - June)
• Do not graft or plant during orchid flowering season.

Planting Dendrobium orchid in pots :

• Line the bottom of the pot with a layer of charcoal or pumice to increase drainage.
• Add growing medium to about ½ pot.
• Place the orchid root on the substrate, tilted about 30 degrees.
• Fix the orchid root with a tie or stick.
• Cover the base with a thin layer of substrate, do not compact too tightly.
• After planting, just spray lightly, after 1 week when the plant recovers, water and fertilize.

Grafting Dendrobium orchid :

• Place the orchid root close to the grafting medium so that the orchid roots are in direct contact with the wood or driftwood surface.
• Use nylon rope and light clamps to secure the tree base to the substrate.
• Cover the orchid base with a thin layer of moss or coconut fiber, do not cover it completely.
• Hang the orchid in a cool place, spray with mist every day. After 2 weeks when you see new roots sprouting, you can increase the light, water and fertilize.

Caring for Dendrobium orchids in each stage

How to care for orchids.

After planting and grafting the orchid, you need to take care of them properly to ensure that the plant grows well, blooms beautifully, and in season. Follow the instructions here to achieve the best results.

Stage after planting/grafting :

• Hang orchids in a cool place with 50 - 60% diffused light
• Mist 1 - 2 times/day to keep moist
• Do not fertilize at this stage, just spray a light root stimulant like B1 to help the plant take root soon.

Development phase (March - September) :

• Increase light to 70 - 80% but avoid strong midday sunlight.
• Water when the growing medium is dry.
• Use organic fertilizer, NPK 30-10-10 or B1, Atonik to both provide nutrients and stimulate roots.

Flowering preparation stage (October - December) :

• Reduce watering then stop watering completely.
• Stop fertilizing with nitrogen-rich fertilizers, you can fertilize with Dau Trau 701 to stimulate flower buds.
• When you see a tree losing its leaves, it is a sign of successful "hibernation".

Pest control for orchids:

Dendrobium orchids are wild orchids, so they have a strong vitality and are rarely affected by pests or diseases. However, if you do not take care of them properly, such as watering too much or in a poorly ventilated environment, the plant is susceptible to some common diseases such as root rot, leaf spots, fungi, etc. Here are some common diseases of Dendrobium orchids and basic treatments.

Secret to make the orchid Hoang Phi Hac bloom in time for Tet

Tips to help orchids bloom during Tet.

To help the orchid bloom in time for Tet, in addition to the basic care techniques above, you need to pocket some of the following tips, ensuring you will own beautiful blooming orchid pots right on the occasion of the traditional Tet holiday.

Understanding the growth cycle of the orchid

The first important thing is that you need to understand the natural growth cycle of the Dendrobium orchid so that you can intervene and stimulate flowering at the right time.

• Growing season: March - September, this is the time when plants sprout, grow roots and need to accumulate energy.
• Dormant season : October - December, the tree needs to rest, stop growing and lose leaves.
• Flowering season : Usually from February to April

Stop watering, pressing plants and stimulating flowers

Stopping watering and forcing the plant to take an early holiday is a must so that the orchid can bloom in time for Tet. The steps are as follows:

• In October, stop fertilizing, stop watering, hang orchids in a cool place with light wind.
• Seeing that the tree has begun to lose all its leaves is a sign that the tree has successfully entered the “dormant” stage.
• After about 4 - 6 weeks of keeping the plant dry, around the beginning of December, start watering again, combined with NPK 6-30-30 fertilizer or Dau Trau 701 to stimulate flowering.
• Increase lighting time for orchids to 7 - 8 hours/day, ensure ventilation, avoid humidity

Monitor and adjust

After bud stimulation, you need to observe the changes in the flower every day. Note the following:

• Flower buds appear after 2 - 3 weeks of bud stimulation.
• If it is too cold, move the orchid to a warmer place or keep it warm to help it bloom at the right time.
• Do not stimulate flowering before November because the rate of orchids flowering before Tet is very high.

Price list of Dendrobium orchid

If you want to buy Dendrobium orchids to grow, please refer to the following price list, because their prices will vary depending on the origin, condition of the plant and purity.

Questions and answers about orchid?

Is the Dendrobium orchid easy to grow?

Phi hac is a fairly easy orchid to grow. You just need to plant it in a well-ventilated place, take care of it in the right cycle, and have a dormant period in winter to stimulate flowering in spring.

What month does the orchid bloom?

Normally, the orchid will bloom in March - April of the solar calendar, during the Lunar New Year period.

Is the Dendrobium orchid fragrant?

Yes, the orchid has a light, pleasant fragrance.

Is the orchid a drooping or straight stem?

Hoang phi hac is a type of orchid with a straight, slightly curved stem, not a drooping stem.

Beautiful pictures of orchid

Clusters of orchids with pure beauty.

The face of the orchid Hoang Phi Hac with its fragile and attractive beauty.

The Dendrobium orchids are in bloom.

A orchid of the genus Hoang Phi Hac growing on a tree trunk

A cluster of orchids with fragile beauty.

Giant orchid branch blooming on tree trunk.

Through the information that orchid-vn.com shares above, it is easy to see that the Hoang Phi Hac orchid is truly worthy of being one of the beautiful and unique wild orchids that orchid lovers must own. With its elegant flower shape, gentle color and gentle fragrance, this orchid will definitely bring you many interesting experiences.

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