{"id":642,"date":"2019-04-27T14:21:04","date_gmt":"2019-04-27T14:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mygardenguide.com\/?p=642"},"modified":"2019-04-27T14:21:04","modified_gmt":"2019-04-27T14:21:04","slug":"miltonia-orchid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mygardenguide.com\/miltonia-orchid\/","title":{"rendered":"Miltonia Orchid"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2><strong>Miltonia Orchid<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Scientific name:<\/strong>&nbsp;Miltonia\n     Orchid<\/li><li><strong>Common name:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;Orchids Thinking<\/li><li><strong>Origin:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;Brazil\n     and Peru<\/li><li><strong>Orchid type<\/strong>&nbsp;: Epiphyte<\/li><li><strong>Flowering:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;Spring to summer, with flowers that last up to 8 weeks<\/li><li><strong>Location:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;intense lighting, without direct sun<\/li><li><strong>Watering:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;One or three times a week, depending on the season<\/li><li><strong>Humidity:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;High\n     60% -70%<\/li><li><strong>Level of\n     difficulty:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;Low<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Miltonia orchids, also called orchids thought,<\/strong>\u00a0is a\u00a0group of orchids\u00a0a bit controversial.\u00a0<br> Within this group included several types of orchids that have now been divided into two different,\u00a0<strong>on the one hand, Miltonia orchids and Miltoniopsis orchids on the other.\u00a0<\/strong><br> It is the latter, the Miltoniopsis, that have the closest resemblance to the flowers of\u00a0thoughts(violas).\u00a0The Miltonia also have a slight resemblance, I think that is one of the reasons why at first they considered themselves as orchids of the same genus.\u00a0<br> We will leave their own section to Miltoniopsis orchids, which deserve it, and today we will dedicate ourselves to Miltonia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table Of Contents <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>1\u00a0Characteristics of Miltonia orchids<\/li><li>2\u00a0Care of Miltonia orchids<ul><li>2.1\u00a0Light needs<\/li><li>2.2\u00a0Temperature<\/li><li>2.3\u00a0When you have to water a Miltonia orchid.\u00a0Humidity needs<\/li><li>2.4\u00a0Subscriber<\/li><li>2.5\u00a0How often do Miltonia orchids have to be transplanted?<\/li><li>2.6\u00a0Substrate for orchids Miltonia<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>3\u00a0Miltonia orchid bloom<\/li><li><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Characteristics of Miltonia orchids<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Miltonia&nbsp;<strong>are a genus of orchids to which\n10 species of epiphytic orchids belong<\/strong>&nbsp;, all originating from the\ntemperate climates of Brazil, except one found in Peru.&nbsp;<br>\nWe will distinguish that we are facing a Miltonia orchid\ndiscovering its main characteristics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>They have perennial leaves of a yellowish green      color,<\/strong>\u00a0which      can measure about 30 centimeters long.\u00a0They are thin and thin sheets      in the shape of a sword.<\/li><li>Its roots are much more delicate than those of      other orchids.\u00a0They are thin and whitish and fragile, they must be      treated with great care when performing a transplant.<\/li><li>From some\u00a0<strong>compressed ovoid pseudobulbs<\/strong>\u00a0,      some floral rods of about 50 centimeters are born, crowned by flowers of      about 5 to 7 centimeters in diameter very perfumed.<\/li><li><strong>Its flowers have a slight resemblance to the      flowers of the garden or violas thoughts,<\/strong>\u00a0although      they also remind a bit of the flowers of the\u00a0Oncidium      orchids\u00a0.<\/li><li><strong>The flowers can appear solitary or forming groups      of up to 10 flowers,<\/strong>\u00a0which      will remain in good condition during a period that ranges between 15 and      60 days.<\/li><li>As the plant grows and matures,\u00a0<strong>the      flowers are larger and\u00a0the blooms\u00a0more      spectacular.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Miltonia orchid care<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are an orchid lover, amateur or experienced, you will know that\u00a0<strong>each orchid, despite having common characteristics of the group, needs\u00a0its own special care\u00a0.\u00a0<\/strong><br> Miltonia is not different.\u00a0It is an orchid that is not difficult to care for, especially the hybrids that have appeared during the last years in the market, which improve the resistance of their parents.\u00a0<br> If you follow the advice in this guide, you will probably have\u00a0<strong>Miltonia orchids growing happy for many years in your home.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Light needs<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Miltonia orchids, and not those of the genus\nMiltoniopsis,&nbsp;<strong>require intense illumination, typical of the tropical\nforests where they live.&nbsp;<\/strong><br>\nWhat they can not stand is direct sunlight, so&nbsp;<strong>we should\nplace them near the window, receiving a sifted light.&nbsp;<\/strong>Lighting should\nbe sufficient, but the sheets should remain cool to the touch.&nbsp;<br>\nAs with most orchids (not all)&nbsp;<strong>, if we expose them to the\nsun their leaves burn.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Temperature<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Miltonia&nbsp;<strong>require temperate temperatures to\ngrow in perfect conditions,<\/strong>&nbsp;so the maximum nighttime temperature in\nsummer has to be around 16\u00baC, while the diurnal temperature can reach\n25\u00baC.&nbsp;<br>\nIn the winter the night minimums should not fall below 10\u00baC and\nduring the day, they can be above 12\u00baC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When you have to water a Miltonia orchid.&nbsp;Humidity needs<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mygardenguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/miltonia-1.jpg\" alt=\"miltonia orchid\" class=\"wp-image-644\"\/><figcaption>MILTONIA ORCHID<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These are orchids that\u00a0<strong>need constant humidity,<\/strong>\u00a0so it is not advisable for the substrate to dry completely.\u00a0<br> The frequency of the waterings varies according to the seasons of the year, being more frequent during the summer (two to three times a week) and more spaced during the winter (once or twice).\u00a0<br> <strong>They should be\u00a0watered in the morning\u00a0with warm water and preferably bottled or treated with osmosis,<\/strong>\u00a0so that they do not have any of the typical salts of tap water.\u00a0<br> These salts are deposited on the substrate and end with the roots of the plant.\u00a0<br> We can know if the orchid is receiving the proper irrigation, observing its leaves.<br> If we appreciate that the leaves are wrinkled in accordion form, it is that they do not receive all the water they need.\u00a0<br> In terms of\u00a0<strong>environmental humidity, they need to move around 70%.\u00a0<\/strong>Less moisture causes stress in the plants and an excess could produce the appearance of diseases, in any case\u00a0<strong>the room or greenhouse where we grow orchids, needs good ventilation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrients And Fertilizers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orchids do not need large contributions of fertilizer,\nbut&nbsp;<strong>it is always a good idea to fertilize when the growth period\nbegins, to facilitate flowering.&nbsp;<\/strong><br>\nWhen applying the special fertilizer for orchids, we must take care\nthat the substrate is moist, so as not to damage the roots.&nbsp;<br>\nRegarding the composition of the fertilizer&nbsp;<strong>there are\ngardeners who prefer a balanced 20-20-20<\/strong>&nbsp;and others who prefer a\ngreater contribution of phosphorus and potassium to accelerate the flowering,\nin this case it would have a composition 10-30-20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How often do Miltonia orchids have to be transplanted?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most orchids are transplanted once every two years,\neither by the growth of the orchid itself or by deterioration of the\nsubstrate.&nbsp;<br>\nWith the Miltonia you have to change the chip, and&nbsp;<strong>we must\nmake flowerpot changes every year.&nbsp;<\/strong>The reason is that they have a much\nfaster growth than most, and the pot is too small for them quickly.&nbsp;<br>\n<strong>The right time is when spring arrives,<\/strong>&nbsp;when we observe that the first new shoots begin to\nemerge.&nbsp;<br>\nWhen removing the old pot, we will have to proceed with care\nbecause it has very fragile roots.&nbsp;<br>\n<strong>You have to act very clean, with very well washed hands and \/ or\ngloves.&nbsp;<\/strong>The scissors must be very well sharpened and\ndisinfected.&nbsp;<br>\nShould be<strong>eliminate the damaged or dead roots, we<\/strong>&nbsp;distinguish\nthem quickly by their brown color.&nbsp;<br>\nThe cuts should be treated with coal dust or cinnamon, which act\nas a scar.&nbsp;<br>\nOnce the transplant is done, we will leave them at least one day without\nirrigation, so that the wounds of the cuts heal, in a place protected from the\nlight, so that they do not need to be watered.&nbsp;<br>\nTo avoid that the orchid can suffer from the risks,&nbsp;<strong>nebulizations\ncan be made in the morning at first hour<\/strong>&nbsp;, so that from time to the\nplant to absorb the humidity and the leaves are not affected by the attack of\nfungi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Substrate for orchids Miltonia<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the nurseries we can find many substrates for orchids, as if they were all suitable, but that is not the case.\u00a0<br> Most substrates are designed for the\u00a0Phalaenopsis orchid\u00a0, which with pine bark is sufficient.\u00a0<br> <strong>The appropriate substrate for Miltonia orchids should contain pine bark, mixed with pearlite and some peat<\/strong>\u00a0to help retain moisture, but without becoming a garden soil.\u00a0It\u00a0<strong>is<\/strong>\u00a0also\u00a0<strong>recommended to add a small portion of charcoal.\u00a0<\/strong><br> The substrates for the orchids should always be light, so that the air circulates enough, so that they do not produce waterlogging that would seriously affect the roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Miltonia orchid bloom<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If we want our Miltonia orchid to bloom,&nbsp;<strong>the\nplant has to notice that there is a change of season.&nbsp;<\/strong><br>\nThis is achieved by modifying day-night temperatures.&nbsp;<br>\n<strong>The flowering usually takes place between spring and summer,<\/strong>&nbsp;although it can vary from one variety to another, especially\nwhen there are a great variety of hybrids.&nbsp;<br>\n<strong>The flowers can last up to two months<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;and depending on the variety, have several flowers per\nfloral rod or only one.&nbsp;<br>\nThe characteristic that is generic to the whole group, is\nthat,&nbsp;<strong>as the orchid grows older, the flowers are larger and the\nflowering is more profuse.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Miltonia Orchid Scientific name:&nbsp;Miltonia Orchid Common name:&nbsp;&nbsp;Orchids Thinking Origin:&nbsp;&nbsp;Brazil and Peru Orchid type&nbsp;: Epiphyte Flowering:&nbsp;&nbsp;Spring to summer, with flowers that last up to 8 weeks Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;intense lighting, without direct sun<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":644,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[16],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v16.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Miltonia Orchid - My Garden Guide<\/title>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/mygardenguide.com\/miltonia-orchid\/\" 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