No, orchids are not hard to take care of. With proper care, they can bloom for many months. They do need a little more attention than some other houseplants, but as long as you give them what they need they will be happy. That includes bright indirect sunlight, water, fertilizer and humidity. Previous Are orchids difficult to grow?
Varieties that grow in the ground often feature tubers which store water and help the orchid to survive at times when water is scarce. Orchids that grow in habitats away from the ground, such as around the branch of a tree rely on their roots in many ways.
Orchids have some unique features which help them in the evolutionary race. They produce masses of pollen (which improves the chances of pollination), very light seeds (which makes them easier to spread) and can grow on other plants using them to support their own growth. But what else do we know about orchids?
Orchids that grow in habitats away from the ground, such as around the branch of a tree rely on their roots in many ways. The roots of these orchids have a thick absorbent coating called a velamen which stores water and may also allow the plant to absorb moisture from the air around it.
How to keep your orchids healthy and thriving?
Here’s a recap so you can get started caring for your garden today: Don’t over-water your plants. Keep your orchids in optimal light conditions. Buy the right pot for each plant. Provide optimal temperatures for your orchids. Use a humidity tray for each orchid. Use a well-draining potting mix. Use Premium Orchid Food to fertilize your plant and keep it healthy year-round.
Another thing we wondered was how to revive an orchid?
How to Revive a Dying Orchid. Keep in mind that orchids grow best when underwatered than overwatered. Make sure that you water the plant only when the topsoil dries out a bit. Watering the plant too much can result in root rot and the death of the plant.
What adaptations do orchids have for gas exchange?
The third adaptation on the root system was that they produce chlorophyll, too. Normally when we think of gas exchange and energy production we focus mainly on leaves. But orchids have doubled up on absorbing light in their roots as well. They can photosynthesize the light and transform that into energy.