Orchid flower stalk: where does it come from, what does it look like in the photo, and what to do if phalaenopsis gave a new arrow, but it stopped growing?

Orchid - guest overseas. Therefore, her structure is unusual for plants in our area. A feature of the structure of the orchid is the presence of its peduncles. This property boasts a very small number of plants.

Today we will try to figure out what is a flower stalk in such a mysterious plant as an orchid. We will explain why it serves, how to recognize it among other parts of the plant, and how to care for the phalaenopsis when it gives the arrow.

Description of appearance

The flower stalk of an orchid, in other words, a flower shoot or arrow, is exactly that part of the flower (we will consider the Phalaenopsis orchid as an example), which is responsible for the beauty and attractiveness of the plant - beautiful delicate buds bloom on it.

Outwardly, these parts of the phalaenopsis are very similar to root processes. They are of the same color and shape, but in their structure have a more complex structure. At the initial stage of growth, the shoot can bend into the most bizarre forms, even in a pig’s tail, but then still align and continue development in direct form. But sometimes it can go not only strictly up, but also in any other direction.

So, how to distinguish roots from peduncles?

Where does it grow from? Shoots grow from the corners between the leaf and the stem of the orchid. But the roots come from the base of the root neck.
We look at the ends. At the flower shoot it is islandy, and at the root shoots it is blunt and slightly rounded.
Appearance. The flower stalk is scaly, and the roots are ugly and even.

Value

The development of new flower shoots is a sign of active plant life. If it does not throw out a flower stalk, then the flower cannot boast of its full health. Say what you like, but we get Phalaenopsis to admire their wonderful appearance. And of course, we are very upset if we cannot see the opened buds of orchids. This is a good reason to think about stimulating the development of peduncles.

Where and how does it grow?

We repeat, but still. The plant releases flower shoots from the leaf sinuses - this is the angle that forms between the base of the leaf plate and the stem. It is in this place that a flower bud begins to form, most often sleeping.

Photo

Below you can find a photo of the Phalaenopsis orchid and see how and where it releases the flower-bearing arrow.

The difference in flower care before and after the arrow appears

Before the peduncle appeared on the phalaenopsis, you need to follow simple rules:

provide sufficient but diffuse lighting (avoid the south side of the premises);
water the plant regularly (do this only after the topsoil has dried);
place the flower pot in a well-ventilated area, but so that there is no draft;
it is necessary to moisten not only the soil, but also the air around the phalaenopsis;
dressing for an orchid should be regular, comprehensive and complete.

When the flower arrow appears on the horizon, you will need to slightly change the conditions of the plant. To do this, change:

Location.
If the flower stalk is released in mid-autumn or at any winter and spring time, place a flowerpot with a pot on the south side of the room. Do not be afraid, during these periods the sun is not so scorching and will not harm the flower.
Watering mode.
It needs to be reduced a little. But you need to look at the situation. Ingoda has to be watered only once every two weeks (compared with the fact that before that you watered every seven days).
Feeding application mode.
As soon as the flower arrow appears, you will need to reduce the volume and frequency of fertilizer application, but only slightly. But after the peduncle has already grown stronger and grows, and swelling buds begin to appear on it, you need to end the process of feeding. The fact is that the abundance of fertilizers will not affect the number of flower buds in any way. Their number is laid at the stage of formation of the peduncle itself.

How to care for an orchid after it has released the flower stalk, read here, and from this article you will learn about what to do with the flower stalk after the arrow has faded and how to care for the plant.

What to do if phalaenopsis does not release a flower-bearing shoot for a long time?

In the case when you can not wait for the phalaenopsis to bloom, follow simple rules.

Increase the lighting.
Orchid usually blooms twice a year. But if you want, you can force the plant to release an extraordinary flower stalk, ignoring the dormant period. Abundant lighting plays an important role here. Take care to find a place for the pot with the plant in a fairly bright place. It is better to try to place a flowerpot on the east side of the room.
Lighting should be not only plentiful, but also long: up to twelve hours a day. If you will use lighting lamps to maintain this condition, keep in mind that simple lamps will not work for this, because they can overheat the orchid.
Watch your watering schedule.
If you want to stimulate the production of peduncles, limit watering. Let the plant rest for ten days, and only then moisten the soil. The best way to water is to shower. To do this, put a flowerpot with phalaenopsis in the bathroom and spill plenty of water from above (but water the flower only with standing water).
In this way, you will kill two birds with one stone: weed both the upper and lower roots, and also carry out hygiene procedures. If ten days have passed and the roots are still green, then you still should not water the plant. The same situation is with condensate on the walls of the pot. If it is, there is no need to moisten the soil.
Provide a comfortable temperature.
The most important condition is the difference in day and night temperatures (normally it should be 4-5 degrees). High temperatures stimulate the growth of only leaf mass, but not flower stalks. A comfortable temperature is about 20-21 degrees above zero during the day.
The right fertilizer.
To achieve the ejection of the flower arrow, you need to feed the plant well. You can resort to pharmacy drugs, such as succinic acid or Zircon. Dilute it according to the instructions on the package.

You can find out why the orchid does not produce a peduncle and how to make it do it here.

What if the arrow appears, but does not grow?

In a situation where the peduncle still came out of the sinus, but for some reason stopped developing, observe the conditions of your beautiful woman.

Increase the abundance and frequency of soil moisture. The orchid needs to be fed, so water it more often.
Put the flowerpot with the plant in the brightest place, which is in your room. Light is the most important factor in the growth of the peduncle.

After changing these factors, the peduncle should go to growth. If this does not happen, try changing the complex of nutrients.

How to deal with drying?

First you need to figure out why it happens.

Bad light.
Firstly, it may not be enough. Of course, this is natural when in the autumn-winter period there is less light, but you still need to extend the lighting duration to at least 8-9 hours a day.
And secondly, the correct lighting. Many inexperienced flower growers, trying to provide the plant with uniform lighting, twist the flower pot. This is a gross mistake. The orchid regards such actions as stressful. Therefore, fix the position of the phalaenopsis in relation to the light and try not to change it.
Incorrect temperature readings.
Ideally, the temperature in the room should not drop below fourteen degrees above zero and should not rise above thirty (less often - 35) degrees of heat. Do not overdo it also with airing the room, especially in winter. Both elevated and lowered temperatures lead to withering of the kidneys, and then to the drying of the peduncle.
Overdried air.
This factor has a very negative effect on the whole plant. At first you will notice a deterioration in the general tone of the flower arrow, and then its complete drying.
Lack of nutrients.
Elements such as magnesium, potassium, phosphorus and boron must always be present in the soil. Therefore, regularly bring them into the ground, but you do not need to do this separately for each element, but as a ready-made complex purchased in a store.
There are times when the drying of the peduncle is inevitable. This happens when all the buds have faded on it. In this case, wait for it to dry completely and cut off the flower arrow, leaving a couple of centimeters. Do not forget to treat the places of cuts with powdered charcoal or cinnamon.

In most cases, a drying flower stalk can be saved. Review the conditions of the plant as a whole and change them while there is still an opportunity.

Read more about why an orchid may dry up a flower stalk and what to do about it, read here, and from this article you will learn about what a baby orchid is and how to grow it on a flower stalk.

Today we introduced you to the structure of the orchid, or rather, its specific part - the flower stalk. This part of the plant is as important as the root system. and sheet plates. Therefore, care for them should be appropriate.

Without your help and full-fledged, and most importantly correct, care, buds that can open and remain blooming for a long time will not appear on this flower arrow. If you adhere to very simple rules for orchid care, it will attract the eyes of your guests with its flowering for a long time.