紅寶石卡特蘭

紅寶石卡特蘭的基本資料

栽培難度

適合高級者

壽命

多年生（壽命數據稀少）

體型

株高6～9cm、假球莖3～4cm、花徑4～6cm

澆水

全年施用稀釋的液體肥料

日照與擺放位置

喜好明亮光線，應置於採光良好之處，避免直射陽光。

澆水

原生於雲霧林，應保持濕潤環境。澆水時應保持植料濕潤，勿令其完全乾燥。

溫度與越冬

原生地夏季平均氣溫約27℃，冬季約7℃。喜好涼爽環境，怕夏季高溫與悶熱，夏季應於通風涼爽處管理。

植料與換盆

著生於苔蘚枝條上的迷你種。可用水苔植於小盆或進行板植。

肥料

全年定期施用稀釋的液體肥料。

病蟲害與注意事項

通風不佳時株體易衰弱。應避免悶熱，於空氣流通良好之處栽培。

關於紅寶石卡特蘭

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.

開始照料紅寶石卡特蘭前需要了解的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.

紅寶石卡特蘭的常見問題

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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