Flying Duck Orchid - Rare Orchid Flower Seeds

Morphological characteristics:

Australian specialty, raw orchid, Calena (Caleana), the side of its flower looks like a little duck flying in the sky, very lively, hence its name Flying Duck Orchid. Since the Australian continent separated from the American continent 600 million years ago, the ecosystem here has gradually become unique. When we think of Australia, many people imagine koalas and platypuses, but for enthusiasts, it is an orchid unique to Australia. Australia is not only the land of the platypus but also the land of the duck-shaped orchid. Flying Duck Orchid, scientific name Caleana major (Kalina Orchid). The Chinese name is translated from the English name "flying duck orchid". It is therefore very popular, but remains rare in Australia.

Growing environment:
In the shade, with some sunlight, the soil should be soft so that the roots can spread well. Therefore, it is best to grow it in a shady environment. The air humidity should be high, and the growing medium should be soft and moist. The Flying Duck Orchid likes to grow in a warm, ventilated and well-lit place, but its growth is very slow. The seedlings grown in a test tube need more than three and a half years to flower.

Fertilizer:
Mainly chemical fertilizers and trace elements, do not apply human or animal manure or solid organic fertilizer. At the same time, a two-thousandth potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution should be sprayed two or three times a month as a soilless fertilizer to promote its vigorous growth.

Planting temperature:
The temperature ranges from 17 ° C to 28 ° C during the day, and at night, from 11 ° C to 20 ° C, which is most suitable for its growth. If it drops to 5°C to 8°C in winter, it can bear it. It also has strong drought resistance, even if it is not watered for 30 days, it will not die. Be careful, too much water can cause root rot.