Ascocentrum Miniatum Flower

Ascocentrum is a small genus in the family Orchidaceae with the type species Ascocentrum miniatum (Lindl.) Schltr. ex J. J. Sm. (Originally named Saccolabium miniatum Lindl.). Orchids are epiphytes that grow on trees reside in two. Species: Ascocentrum ampullaceum (Roxb.) Schltr., (1913): Vein-like Ascocentrum (Nepal to Thailand) Ascocentrum aurantiacum (JJSm.) Schltr., (1913): Orange Ascocentrum Ascocentrum aurantiacum subsp. aurantiacum (Sulawesi) Ascocentrum auranti.

This orchid species have flowers that are very attractive with a very striking color, which is orange. The flower stalks of some flowers that have a small size. Bright color (orange) and the small size of the flower bud is one of the main attraction for this kebutan orchid. Flowers that character is what allows the identification of this orchid, when compared to other orchids.

 
The spread of this orchid is fairly widespread throughout Java, from lowland to highland, which is at an altitude of 0-1200 m above sea level. In addition to Java, this orchid was once found scattered outside of the Himalayas through Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra. In addition, these orchids are also found in teak forests in humid regions.

 

 

 
Beauty Ascocentrum Miniatum orchid orchid kebutan region or language, will be able to appear more attractive when accompanied by a maximum and a perfect treatment. Crown brightly colored flower that is orange and firm will be able to show better when the conditions are healthy orchid plants without plant pests.
Watering was carried out 2 times a day, ie in the morning and afternoon. Fertilization is done a maximum of 3 times a week. Fertilizer used is the fertilizer that has content (P) high. Sprayed every evening with a dose of 1 gram per liter. Use of insecticides should also be given to tackling the disease in these orchids.

 
Display flowers with a choice of colors that can refresh the eyes of the audience, certainly is a long-awaited moment. Nothing wrong with that we know how long it took us, to be able to enjoy the blooming flowers which we have later. Flower buds: 60-10 days, flowers bloom: 8-12 days, Flowers wilt: 4-6 days after self pollination.