Orchids can undergo a process of aging and weakening of the stamens, pistils and column (or gymnostema ). Stagnation of water and the proliferation of fungi, bacteria and mealybugs lead to blossom-end rot, root rot and yellowing of leaves. Using a degraded substrate and direct sunlight also weakens the orchid.
Yellow orchid with rotten roots: just add a spoonful of this natural ingredient
There is an ingredient available in the kitchen that can be used to strengthen the immune system of the orchid . We are talking about sugar, which we can easily find in the pantry. Simply mix water with sugar and spray the mixture on the roots and leaves to provide the right nutrients to the fleshy plant.
Sugar provides the orchid with necessary nutrients through a process called photosynthesis. This process helps plants convert the energy they absorb from sunlight into sugary substances. Water and glucose promote cell generation in the tropical plant. Sugar promotes healthy growth of plants which will have a long lifespan.
In addition, the water/glucose mixture is a natural fertilizer capable of causing the death of parasites, mosquitoes, mealybugs, ants and aphids. Sugar provides all the extra nutrients to ensure the orchid has vigorous roots but also beautiful, healthy and strong leaves. As an alternative to sugar, you can make vitamin B and activated charcoal powder.
