猿面蘭

猿面蘭的基本資料

栽培難度

適合高級者

壽命

多年生草本。球莖可存活10年以上。

體型

葉長15～25厘米，花莖高度30～50厘米

澆水

春季至初夏期間施用稀薄液體肥料，用量宜少

光照及擺放位置

因為它是落葉樹林林床的植物，春季應放在明亮處，夏季應放在遮擋強光的涼爽陰涼處。

澆水

澆水使土壤不會完全乾燥，但要使用排水良好的土壤以防止過度潮濕對根部的傷害。

溫度及越冬

雖然抗寒性強，但它不喜歡高溫。夏季栽培的要點是將其放在通風良好的涼爽處以避免炎熱。

土壤及換盆

使用由鹿沼土或輕石等混合腐葉土製成的排水良好的土壤進行盆栽。在開花後或秋季進行換盆。

病害蟲及注意事項

根蘭屬植物容易感染病毒病，無有效治療方法。要為每株植物消毒刀具，並隔離病株。選擇栽培繁殖的品種，而非野生採集的植株。

關於猿面蘭

Sarumen Ebine (Three-keeled Calanthe) features yellow-green flowers with a wrinkled reddish-brown lip. A cool-loving perennial that dislikes summer heat, for experienced growers — here's what to know before you start.

開始照料猿面蘭前需要了解的7件事

1. 1Placement

   In the wild, Sarumen Ebine grows in the cool understory of mountain forests and dislikes strong summer sun and heat. Keep it in bright, indirect light with good airflow, and consider moving it somewhere cooler during the height of summer to keep it healthy.

2. 2Watering

   During the growing season, water thoroughly once the surface of the medium dries out, but avoid keeping the potting mix constantly wet. In summer, water in the cooler morning or evening hours and ensure good airflow so the base of the plant doesn't stay damp.

3. 3Potting Mix

   As a terrestrial orchid of the forest floor, it is potted in a well-draining mix of kanuma or pumice blended with leaf mold. The key to preventing root rot is keeping the mix from drying out completely while ensuring good drainage so the roots never sit waterlogged.

4. 4Repotting

   It's a good idea to repot every few years as the potting mix breaks down or the plant becomes crowded. The best times are just after flowering or in autumn.

5. 5Getting Through Summer

   Since summer heat is this orchid's greatest weakness, how it's managed at the height of summer often determines success. Shading, good ventilation, and moving the plant somewhere cooler all help limit heat and humidity buildup and keep the plant from weakening.

6. 6Choosing a Plant

   Since leaf length typically runs 15 to 25 cm, look for a plant with firm, undamaged leaves rather than one that seems unusually small or worn. It's also worth checking that the corm feels solid and healthy.

7. 7Flower Stalks

   The flower stalk rises to about 30 to 50 cm, bearing yellow-green blooms with a distinctive wrinkled, reddish-brown lip. If the stalk tends to lean, staking it can help keep the flowers displayed neatly.

猿面蘭的常見問題

Q.Where does the name Sarumen Ebine come from?

A.The name comes from its wrinkled, reddish-brown lip, which is said to resemble a monkey's face. This distinctive lip contrasts with the plant's yellow-green flowers, a hallmark of this mountain-dwelling Calanthe.

Q.Is this orchid suitable for beginners?

A.Sarumen Ebine is generally considered an advanced-level plant to grow. It prefers cool conditions and struggles in summer heat, so some care and attention are needed — it's best attempted once you already have experience growing Calanthe orchids.

Q.How should I care for it during summer?

A.Since summer heat is its main weakness, keep it out of direct sun in a cool, well-ventilated spot. If possible, moving it temporarily to an even cooler location can also help it get through the hottest months.

Q.What should I keep in mind when buying one?

A.It is listed as Vulnerable (VU) on Japan's Ministry of the Environment Red List, and collection for horticulture is considered one cause of its decline. Some prefectures also restrict collecting wild plants by ordinance, so choose nursery-propagated plants raised from seed or division rather than wild-collected ones. Calanthe orchids are prone to viral disease, so it's also worth checking the leaves for any abnormalities.

Q.How large does this orchid grow?

A.Leaves typically reach 15 to 25 cm in length, while the flower stalk that emerges at bloom time grows to around 30 to 50 cm tall. Its modest, well-proportioned size is part of its understated appeal.

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