The growing point or core of the plant is the topmost leaf. Monopodial orchids have one growing point. Such plants develop from the top of the shoot. The leaves grow alternately from the upper part, and buds are laid between them. From which peduncles or peduncles are formed.

Reference! TO indoor orchids monopodial type include Phalaenopsis and Vanda.

In the absence of a growth point, the plant cannot fully develop in the future. That is, leaves do not grow, new shoots and flower stalks do not appear. No growth.

Means, the function of the growing point is to initiate new shoots and lengthen the stem. Without this part, the plant gradually begins to die, leaving only one rosette, lower leaves and root system (you can find out what kind of roots a healthy orchid should have and what problems arise with this particular part of the flower). Of course, it cannot be said with 100% certainty that the orchid will die. There are ways to help a flower without leaves, to provoke the growth of side children.

Signs of absence and reasons

Beginners do not immediately understand when an orchid’s growing point is damaged. Mistakenly assuming damage to the leaf following the core (read about what changes in the leaves you need to pay attention to when caring for an orchid). If, after removing this leaf, the germ of a new one appears or there is a young shoot, then there is no need to worry, the growth point is alive. However, severe damage to the growing point occurs as a result of the following reasons.

Sunburn

Direct rays of the sun upon direct contact cause burns on leaves, stems, and flowers. A plant that is not accustomed to intense light does not tolerate it well.. Close to glass summer time or unshaded lighting leads to burning of the upper tender leaves.

Mechanical damage

The absence of the top of an orchid may result from a falling pot or other injury to part of the plant. The damaged stem was not treated with an antiseptic in time, and as a result, wounds appeared on the stem.

Excess moisture

Due to non-compliance correct mode watering, many ailments arise. Rotting of the growing point occurs especially often. During watering, water remains in the axils of the leaves, and in case of insufficient lighting, low temperature and high humidity, it stays for a long time. This inevitably leads to decay, and this process– to loss of growth point.

Fungal and bacterial infections

Violation of indoor microclimate parameters leads to the development of infectious diseases. This is also possible if the quarantine regime is not observed. If fungal and bacterial infections are detected, the diseased flower should be urgently isolated from healthy ones, because the infection spreads very quickly.

Cylinderizing Phalaenopsis

A similar phenomenon is observed when a peduncle grows from the core of an orchid (read about how to care for the arrow of an orchid). This happens quite rarely, but it does happen. Recently, flower growers have noticed the process of cylindering among Dutch orchids.

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Below you can see photographs of the orchid’s growth point:

If the core is severely wounded, the orchid stops growing upward. Many people believe that without a growing point, a plant cannot survive. It can, but the probability is not in all cases. Finding itself without an active core, the exotic is susceptible to fungal diseases. If he has enough strength to overcome ailments, the plant will survive. The flower can produce a lateral shoot on the stem or peduncle, thus continuing to grow.

Important! If the unexpected happened, the orchid trunk began to die, its natural state changed, and definitely some problems arose.

Carry out a thorough visual inspection sick plant:

1. Find out what is causing this condition.
2. Change the orchid's living parameters. Remove the plant from sunny place or shade the light with a curtain. It is better to place it in partial shade.
3. Control the quality and frequency of watering. Water should not remain in the leaf axils.

If the cause of the lesion is an infection or a rotting process has occurred, then follow the following instructions.

After a successful amputation, the indoor exotic will have a pair lower leaves and a tree stump. This rosette will not be able to grow further, but the plant is not lost yet. An orchid can recover in two ways:

• from dormant buds on a peduncle;
• from dormant basal buds.

We talked in detail about how to awaken the sleeping buds of an orchid in.

Under favorable conditions, new shoots will certainly appear. But their growth can also be stimulated artificially. On the peduncle, the buds are visually visible, although they are covered with scales. With stem plants the situation is more complicated. The bud is located under the leaves, in the axils or deep in the roots. You should look for them in places where there were leaves, but withered due to age. Green, living basal buds can also be used to obtain. You should carefully apply hormonal cytokinin paste to them and wait for the result.

Advice! If necessary, repeat the application of cytokinin paste 2-3 times.

During the first time after amputation, be sure to adhere to the following recommendations.

Even when the growing point is completely dead, the plant can be revived, observing all the specified rules. And the key to active growth and bright flowering is favorable conditions during gestation and plant hygiene. Also, do not forget to regularly inspect your indoor exotic plants. After all, when recognizing infectious diseases on early stages, it will not lead to serious consequences.

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At home, orchids are bred for beautiful flowering. But sometimes this period does not come for a very long time. In addition, the emerging flower arrows can easily be confused with aerial roots or children. What does the new peduncle look like? Immediately after the formation of the flower stem, the plant needs to create optimal conditions for development and properly care for it. Then soon the flowers will bloom on the stem.

Peduncles in orchids are shoots that form from below on the above-ground part and grow upward. After the formation of a peduncle, flowers bloom on it. When the arrow just begins its formation, it is easy to confuse it with the roots or children of the epiphyte, since there are very few differences. Therefore, it is important to be able to distinguish the peduncle from the root of a phalaenopsis or its offspring.

To distinguish the peduncle of an orchid from the root and children, pay attention to the following signs:

• the roots have a rounded shape, and the flower arrows are cone-shaped;
• a flower arrow can be distinguished from a basal arrow after a while, when it grows a little, the shape of its tip becomes like a boat;
• the central vein of the leaf becomes the place of formation of the flower arrow;
• usually the arrow forms in the same place where there was flowering before;
• The main difference between the peduncle and other parts of the plant are the buds that bloom on it after final formation.

The flower stem at any stage of development is covered with irregularities in the form of scales or small spines. They are dormant buds.

It is the peduncle that is responsible for the beauty of the orchid. After all, over time, buds form and flowers bloom on it. At its top there is green tip, representing a growth point. As long as it is alive, new flowers will appear on the stem.

Care before the appearance of the peduncle of the orchid and during the growth period

Until an arrow appears on the epiphyte, cultivation is carried out according to standard rules. The flower is provided with diffused lighting. To do this, it is moved from the southern window sill in mid-spring. Water the plant so that the soil dries out for several days between irrigations. This will enable the root system to take part in the process of photosynthesis.

The plant is provided with an influx fresh air and at the same time protect from drafts. Cold is especially dangerous for orchids in winter. Damaged parts cannot be healed. Therefore, frozen tissues are cut out. Air humidity in the room is maintained at least 65%. During this period, the flower is regularly fed with special fertilizers marked “For orchids.” Others are not suitable for epiphytes because they burn root system.

During the formation of the flower arrow, the care of the epiphyte changes. Therefore, it is important to know how to care for an orchid when it has released a peduncle.

After the orchid has a peduncle, irrigation is reduced. But at the same time, the flower is not subjected to overdrying. To do this, increase the interval between watering for drying to 5 days instead of 2-3 at normal mode cultivation. Then the orchid is watered not once a week, but twice a month.

While the orchid’s peduncle is growing, the addition of nutrients is reduced. Fertilizing is completely abandoned when the plant begins to form buds. If this is not done, flowering will be short.

If the orchid shoots out in autumn or winter, the pot is moved to the south side. If this is not possible, additional lighting will be provided. Otherwise the shoot will stop developing. For good development, the arrows maintain the air temperature in the room from +23 to +26 degrees. More low temperature reduces the growth rate and leads to drying out of the arrow.

The number, size and color of the buds largely depend on how carefully the plant was cared for in the last 120 days before the formation of the stem. If fertilizing began to be applied only at the moment the peduncle appears, abundant flowering will not be.

Growth Characteristics

In ordinary phalaenopsis, the peduncle grows for 2 months. Hybrid varieties They produce flower stalks longer. Their formation period takes 3 months. During this time, the newly hatched stem turns into a full-fledged arrow. Depending on the growth conditions of the Phalaenopsis orchid, the interval may increase or decrease.

When providing the right amount light, sufficient humidity, warmth and nutrients, the growth process goes 2 times faster. The side stems grow even faster and are fully formed in 1.5 months.

Typically, an orchid produces 2 to 3 flower stems. Sometimes in florist shops there are plants with big amount shooter At home, the number of flower stalks is determined by the growing conditions of the plant and its care.

After the orchid shoots, it is important that it grows evenly and looks beautiful during flowering. To do this, perform the following steps:

1. When the arrow grows to a length of 20 cm and is strong, it is fixed vertically.
2. An orchid with a peduncle must be tied to a support using a special clothespin. If you don’t have one, use a regular hair tie or crab clips.
3. If it is impossible to tie the flower stem, the pot is regularly unfolded as the arrow develops. Then it will reach out to the light and grow in the right direction.

How to prevent a stop in the development of the arrow

When a peduncle appears on the plant, it is important to create comfortable conditions. Then the arrow will constantly develop and will not stop developing. To do this, it is important to ensure that the lighting does not decrease. If the length of daylight hours has decreased, additional illumination with phyto-paws is organized.

Waterings are gradually reduced and the interval between them is increased. It is important not to overdry the plant. The temperature in the room is maintained at the optimal level for good growing season. Fertilizers are applied on time in accordance with the attached instructions.

How to make phalaenopsis shoot arrows at the same time

Usually an orchid produces only one arrow on which flowers form. You can grow several flower stalks only on an adult plant that has from 8 to 10 leaves in a rosette. Such an orchid often produces 2-3 flower stems, but it is not capable of throwing out more than three.

By expelling several flower arrows, the plant is stressed. Then, after abundant flowering, the orchid will begin to hurt, and it will develop a loss of strength. Therefore, experienced gardeners do not advise artificially stimulating the plant to form more than two stems.

Possible problems

Sometimes the peduncle of an epiphyte does not grow for a long time or the arrow has grown incorrectly. Often, flower growers with little experience break the flower stem. In this case, you need to understand the cause of the problem and determine actions to solve it.

If the arrow grows from its growth point

This problem arises when growing older phalaenopsis that have already bloomed many times. Another reason is severe stress. After all, orchids are sensitive to conditions. The owner needs to learn that this situation does not require correction. This plant is provided with normal care. Perhaps in a short time new flower stalks or children will appear on it.

If the flowering stem breaks off

To correct this situation, the stem is cut slightly above the nearest healthy bud. Open area treated with activated carbon powder or ground cinnamon to prevent infection from entering open tissue.

Do not tie the piece to the remaining part. It will still not be possible to connect them; you can only worsen the condition of the flower. Better take good care of the plant, then it will bloom again.

Lack of flowering stem

It is not always possible to grow phalaenopsis so that a flowering stem forms on it. Then the flower is given a “shake” to speed up this process. To do this, the pot is rearranged into a more dark room. At the same time, the amount of irrigation is reduced, but the substrate is not completely dry. If possible, reduce the room temperature by 5 degrees at night. In this way, it is possible to awaken phalaenopsis that have been hibernating for a year or more.

Stopped development

Sometimes an orchid's peduncle has grown to a sufficient length and formed several buds, and then further growth stops. Then the following steps are taken to improve your health:

1. Carefully inspect the epiphyte to make sure there are no diseases or infestations by insect pests.
2. If everything is in order, they analyze the conditions under which the flower is kept. He should have enough lighting and nutrients, heat and air humidity.
3. If, after changing the growing conditions, the flower stem still does not resume its growth, the most reasonable solution is to monitor the plant. After some time, the not withered arrow will definitely begin to grow and delight you with flowering.

Actions after flowering is complete

When the flowering period ends, caring for the flower depends on the condition of the flower stem. If the shoot turns yellow and shows signs of drying, it is cut off at the very base. The resulting wound is sprinkled with crushed charcoal or ground cinnamon to prevent infection. You can use chalk for the same purpose.

When the stem itself is green and the apical bud has dried up, the stem is shortened. The cut is made slightly above the first living bud. Exposed fabrics are treated with cinnamon, charcoal or chalk for disinfection.

If there are no signs of wilting or drying on the stem, it stands green, with healthy buds. After the end of the dormant period, buds will again form on such a stem and flowers will bloom. Therefore, you don't need to do anything with it.

Finally

The flowering shoot is very important for an orchid. He is the one responsible for beautiful bloom. Therefore, its development is closely monitored in order to notice and solve it in time. possible problems. If you follow the basic rules of care, the plant will bloom regularly.

The peduncle, or arrow, of phalaenopsis is a shoot that extends upward from the base of the plant, forming a tall curved spike.

It is on it that flowers will subsequently grow (hence, in fact, the name).

On initial stage development of phalaenopsis peduncle an inexperienced gardener may confuse a peduncle with a root or even a baby orchid. How can you understand that this is a flowering shoot?

The main difference between the arrow and any part of the plant: even on a very young peduncle you can notice irregularities that look like small thorns or scales - these are dormant buds. The peduncle is the most important part of the orchid, figuratively speaking, the heart of the plant.

The peduncle provides all the beauty of the plant, since flowers are formed from the buds on it, and in addition, on the peduncle each phalaenopsis has a growing tip, and as long as it is alive and green, you can always count on the fact that it will continue to produce more and more buds .

How to distinguish a peduncle from a root?

The growth period of the peduncle is great importance, because how you care for the plant at this time will determine whether your phalaenopsis will delight you with flowers, or whether you will only admire its foliage.

Growth characteristics

In ordinary phalaenopsis, the peduncle is formed on average in two months, in hybrid phalaenopsis - in three.

This time includes the period immediately from the moment the stem appears to the already formed peduncle.

Variations on how quickly the arrow grows are possible depending on the conditions. If the owner provides his green friend with the necessary lighting, a sufficiently humid environment and a temperature comfortable for shoot development (from 25 degrees), the process will speed up by 1.5-2 times.

The development of the lateral peduncle occurs somewhat faster - in a month and a half.

We talked more about exactly when phalaenopsis blooms and how long this period lasts.

How many are there usually?

In Russian flower shops you can usually buy phalaenopsis with 2-3 peduncles. There are also specimens with a large number of peduncles. In plants at home, the number of arrows released varies depending on specific type phalaenopsis, its health status, care conditions.

Step-by-step instructions on how to get a smooth escape

First of all, you need to make sure that the flower stalk on the phalaenopsis has begun to grow. How to distinguish it from the root and the baby is described above.

1. When the peduncle is strong enough and grows to a length of 15-20 cm, it needs to be fixed in a vertical position.
2. The arrow is tied to a support in the pot. It is most convenient to use a special clothespin for this (they are sold inexpensively in flower shops), but you can also take a simple elastic band or a crab hair clip.
3. If you can’t tie the peduncle, you can simply turn the pot as the peduncle moves to the side. The arrow will be drawn towards the light and thus aligned.

Proper fastening of the peduncle for smooth shoots.

Possible problems and their solutions

It happens that the peduncle either grows somehow “wrongly” or is completely absent.

Unfortunately, injury to the plant is also possible when the arrow breaks. For beginners, such emergency situations cause a lot of anxiety.

There's no need to panic. Let's look at each of these cases and consider what the gardener should do.

The arrow grows from the growth point - this happens with older phalaenopsis who have survived many cycles. Another reason is severe stress experienced by the plant. This is the case when the owner of the plant does not need to do anything. Just take care of your pet as usual. Perhaps the arrow will still produce buds or a baby.

What to do? Just cut the peduncle to the bud closest to the fracture site, and treat the cut area with powder activated carbon or cinnamon powder. Under no circumstances try to connect the fragments with tape or tape, as some inexperienced amateurs try to do, in the hope that their orchid will “grow together.” This will only harm the plant; it may begin to dry out!

What should the owner of a “lazy” phalaenopsis do, how can he still grow a peduncle? If the plant is in no hurry to shoot out its arrows, you can give it a little shake-up - place it in a darker place than usual and water it less often than before (of course, without leading to complete drought). If possible, at night it is better to lower the temperature for phalaenopsis by 5-6 degrees. Experienced flower growers They make plants that have been dormant for even a year or more bloom in a similar way.

Stuck in development

It happens that the peduncle grows to a sufficient length and even produces several buds, and then suddenly stops its growth.

If phalaenopsis stops growing, algorithm of actions:

1. First of all, you should make sure that the orchid is healthy. Perhaps the reason is some kind of disease or pest.
2. Analyze the conditions of keeping your phalaenopsis - does it have enough light, is the humidity and temperature regime observed, does it have enough feeding?
3. If after treatment and establishment optimal conditions The peduncle continues to remain frozen, the most reasonable thing is to take a wait-and-see approach and watch the arrow. If it hasn't dried out, there's a chance that green friend Someday she will please you with flowers.

You can learn more about the main reasons for the lack of flowering of phalaenopsis here

Conclusion

So, now you know why flowering shoots are important for an orchid and how to properly solve its possible problems. Monitor the condition of your phalaenopsis peduncle, and the plant will thank you with beautiful flowers.

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When purchasing an orchid, carefully inspect the plant for rot, pests and flower stalks. Their locations are especially important. If you find that your Phalaenopsis orchid the peduncle grows straight from the middle (rosette), take a closer look at another orchid.

What's next?

• The peduncle will produce buds and the orchid will delight you with flowering.
• A plant with a central flower stalk will no longer produce new leaves. Flower development will stop. Most likely, the life cycle of this orchid is completed.
• Phalaenopsis will produce root baby(s). It may grow sideways and you will end up with two orchids in one house.
• Or the first growing point will die (dry out) over time and the second will remain.
• The orchid will produce offspring on a peduncle.

Why did the orchid release the central peduncle?

• Orchid - “old lady”. The flower is many years old, it is exhausted. The peduncle is the last thing a plant can please. Or surprise you with a baby. What would be the best development for the orchid?
• The environment has changed. The lighting is poor or the orchid is in the cold or, conversely, in a dry room.
• She was stressed. Due to any other reasons. And I decided that I needed to decide something, to be fruitful, for example.

There is no need to do anything supernatural with such a “desperate” orchid. Take care as usual. So that your exotic girl can give birth to a baby as soon as possible, create for her the necessary conditions. And don't despair!