朱红卡特兰

朱红卡特兰的基本数据

养护难度

适合高级者

寿命

多年生植物（寿命相关资料较少）

体型

株高6～9厘米、假球茎3～4厘米、花径4～6厘米

浇水

全年使用稀释液体肥料

光照和摆放位置

喜明亮的光照。避免直射阳光，放在光线充足的地方。

浇水

由于生长在云雾林中，需保持湿润的环境。浇水时使植料不要完全干透。

温度和越冬

自生地夏季平均气温约27℃，冬季约7℃。喜欢凉爽环境，不耐夏季高温和湿闷，夏季应在通风凉爽的地方管理。

植料和换盆

本种为着生于苔藓覆盖的枝条上的小型种。用水苔在小盆中植入或进行板植。

肥料

全年定期给予稀释液体肥料。

病虫害和注意事项

通风不良时株会衰弱。避免湿闷，在空气流通良好的环境中栽培。

关于朱红卡特兰

Cattleya coccinea is a small Brazilian orchid species standing 6 to 9 cm tall, known for its vivid 4 to 6 cm scarlet-red blooms. Also called Sophronitis coccinea, it suits experienced growers.

开始养护朱红卡特兰前需要了解的7件事

1. 1Bright, filtered light

   Cattleya coccinea prefers bright, indirect light rather than intense direct sun. Strong summer sunlight can scorch the leaves, so a well-ventilated spot with filtered light, such as behind a sheer curtain, works best.

2. 2Dislikes drying out

   While many Cattleyas thrive on a wet-dry cycle, coccinea dislikes letting its growing medium dry out completely. Water as soon as the surface feels dry, keeping the medium lightly moist at all times.

3. 3Mount it like an epiphyte

   Given its small size of just 6 to 9 cm, this plant often does better mounted on cork bark or tree fern with sphagnum moss than potted in a large container. Its fine roots can dry out too quickly in coarse bark alone.

4. 4Repot when new growth starts

   Because its roots are easily damaged, repotting is best done just as new growth emerges after flowering. Keep repotting to a minimum to avoid stressing the plant.

5. 5Watch out for summer heat

   Coccinea tends to prefer somewhat cooler conditions than other Cattleyas. High heat and stagnant humidity in summer can weaken the plant, so choose a well-ventilated, cooler spot.

6. 6Check the pseudobulbs

   When choosing a plant, look for plump, well-filled pseudobulbs (around 3 to 4 cm) with multiple growths, which tend to be easier to grow on. Avoid plants with shriveled or overly dry pseudobulbs.

7. 7Blooming takes a mature plant

   Its flowers, at 4 to 6 cm across, are large relative to the plant's size, so blooming well requires a well-established specimen. Younger plants may flower sparingly at first, but the display improves as the plant matures.

朱红卡特兰的常见问题

Q.Can beginners grow this orchid?

A.This species is generally considered suited to experienced growers, requiring watering and temperature care different from other Cattleyas. It can be challenging for first-time orchid growers, though those with experience growing epiphytic orchids may find it more approachable.

Q.How large does it grow?

A.It is a small species, growing to about 6 to 9 cm tall with pseudobulbs around 3 to 4 cm. Despite its compact size, it produces flowers measuring 4 to 6 cm across.

Q.Can it be grown the same way as other Cattleyas?

A.Not exactly. Coccinea is sensitive to drying out and prefers cooler conditions than many other Cattleyas, so applying identical care can make it harder to grow well.

Q.What do the flowers look like?

A.It produces vivid scarlet-red flowers 4 to 6 cm across, large in proportion to the plant. Its former name, Sophronitis coccinea, reflects this striking flower color.

Q.How often does it need repotting?

A.Because the roots are easily damaged, frequent repotting should be avoided and kept to a minimum. When needed, the best time is just as new growth begins after flowering.

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