Varieties of Spathiphyllum Sweet - Chico, Benito and others. Features of flowering and care

Spathiphyllum Sweet is a decorative culture that actively decorates not only balconies and loggias, but also blooms well in offices, schools and other institutions. Such a demand for the plant is not caused by chance, because its decorative appearance is unusual, and care does not require special efforts. If you follow all the rules of agricultural technology, then the flower will not hurt, giving joy to others.
Spathiphyllum is also known for its ability to purify air from harmful impurities, so it can be safely placed in any room. It can be grown even by hydroponics.
There are many varieties of spathiphyllum, they differ in plant height, flower properties and leaf color. The article will provide information on the most popular varieties of this flower.

Definition

Spathiphyllum Sweet is a plant genus that belongs to the Aroid family. It is presented in a wide variety of varieties, each of which is distinguished by external characteristics and features of care.

Detailed description

This is a perennial plant that does not have a stem. Leaves grow directly from the rhizome. Flowering is represented by the cob, which is located on the peduncle and covered with a leaf-coverlet. During flowering, graceful peduncles with white bracts are located above the crop. They surround a white or yellowish cob.

History of occurrence

The birthplace of the flower is South and Central America. But today you can meet him in the territory of Southeast Asia. The places of its growth remain the shores of lakes and rivers.

What is the difference from the rest of the species?

Main the difference between the plant and other varieties of spathiphyllum in a decorative form. During the flowering period, a long peduncle is located above the bush, at the tip of which a wide white veil blooms (you can read about other varieties with white flowers here). The size of the flower is not inferior to the size of the leaves.

Subsorta and their photos

Silvio

The variety is characterized by elegant inflorescences and a lush bush. The size of the flower is 75 cm.

Silvio different fast growth. The surface of the sheet plate is smooth, 30 cm long, the edges are wavy.

Lauretta

The variety was obtained in 2001. The height of the bush is 80 cm, and the width is 85 cm. The leaves are elongated and oval in shape, have light veins, and the inflorescences are directed upwards on a tall petiole.

Spathiphyllum Benito

The peculiarity of an adult plant in its ability to produce up to 15 inflorescences during flowering. Also, the plant is resistant to the influence of external factors: illumination and excessive watering.

The dimensions of the bush are compact, the leaves are narrow, and their length is 35 cm. Their surface is glossy and smooth.

Spathiphyllum Chico

This variety grows to large and voluminous bushes. Its height is 70-75 cm. The flowers are large, snow-white, have the appearance of a cone. The variety is distinguished by ease of care.

Bloom

When and how?

Flowering of the spathiphyllum suite begins as early as 6-7 months. Inflorescences last long - longer than a month. Thanks to this quality, spathiphyllum flowers are perfect for cutting.

Care before and after flowering

Before flowering, the plant needs good illumination and fertilizing. Formulations containing phosphorus and potassium should be added, but nitrogen-containing preparations should be reduced.

After flowering, remove the dried bud, stop making nutrient formulations, and water by spraying. Without this, the leaves will lose their elasticity and will droop.

What if the flower does not give buds?

If the spathiphyllum suite has ceased to bloom, then the reasons may be as follows:

1. Inadequate lighting. It is best to place the flower on the east side.
2. Lack of timely watering. If the layer of earth begins to dry out, the plant will drop the buds and will not bloom. Charmingly, you need to control watering and use soft, standing water.
3. Wrong pot. Do not use too large containers, since flowering is possible only on the condition that the roots occupy the entire space of the pot.

Home Care

Seat selection

It is desirable to grow the plant on windows facing the north, east or west side. Spathiphyllum Sweet needs good lighting, but not in direct sunlight.

What should be the soil?

The flower prefers loose, nutritious soil with a neutral pH level. To prepare the soil, mix the following components in equal proportions:

• peat;
• humus;
• river sand;
• leaf and turf land.

Landing

Landing events are held in late February - early March.

Procedure:

1. Place drainage at the bottom of the tank and fill it with nutritious soil.
2. Scatter planting material in the form of seeds on the surface of the earth, deepening a little.
3. Spray the soil with water from the spray gun, cover the planting with polyethylene.
4. Every day, remove the shelter for ventilation.
5. The first shoots are formed after 10 days, then remove the film, and rearrange the container in the illuminated place.
6. As soon as 2-3 leaves are formed, pick.

Temperature

In summer, during flowering of the spathiphyllum suite, temperature indicators should be 22-24 degrees Celsius, and in winter - 16-17 degrees.

Watering

For humidification use only settled water. The flower prefers plentiful wateringwhich to perform 2-3 times a week. Pour water gently so that it falls only onto the soil.

It is also important to spray, otherwise the leaves will begin to dry. You need to do this 2 times a day. In winter, moisten the soil once a week.

Top dressing

Nutrient formulations should be added from March to September. Use mineral complex preparations. The solution should be slightly concentrated - 1 g per 1 liter of water. Before and after this procedure, water the flower carefully.

Feed every 2 weeks. For good and long flowering use fertilizers with a predominance of potassium and phosphorus.

Pruning

After flowering, be sure to cut the peduncleotherwise it will absorb nutrients. Trim as close to the rhizome as possible. Dry and diseased leaves of the culture are also subject to removal. To process all places of cuts with crushed coal.

Transfer

Similar events are held in the spring, when the rhizome has grown to the entire pot. Since the roots are fragile, use the transshipment method, removing only a small part of the earth from the root system. If the rhizome began to rot, then clean it.

Take the pot a little more than the previous one, be sure to take care of the drainage. During the rooting period, reduce watering, and also cover the flower with polyethylene and aerate 2 times a day.

How to propagate?

Cuttings

It should be carried out in spring or summer. Procedure:

1. Cut off the leaf outlet and place in water. You can use raw sand. Wait until the roots form.
2. If they are already formed, then you can conduct a direct landing in the ground.

Dividing the bush

Delenki deepen to the same depth as in the previous pot. Before starting the division, saturate the roots with water, wash them and untangle. After cleaning and powdering the slices with powdered charcoal.

Seeds

Procedure:

1. Planting material should be planted in a container with moist soil, which consists of sand, peat. Cover the seedlings with polyethylene.
2. Soil moisture should be maintained by spraying.
3. Open the film every day, no seedlings are formed.
4. To plant them in separate containers when 2-3 leaves are formed.

Diseases and Pests

Most often, diseases affect the leaf plate, as a result of which the following problems are possible:

• The yellowness of the leaves. It occurs with rare watering and too low humidity in the room.
• Drying and curling the ends of the leaves. This problem occurs with insufficient humidity and cold air.
• The pallor of the leaves. The reason is too bright lighting.
• Leaves may turn blackif the root system is sick. And this happens as a result of excess moisture. Also, blackness on a leaf plate is the result of an unbalanced feeding.

Of the pests, the danger is:

1. Spider mite. It is located on the inner side of the leaves, enveloping its spider web. After a while, the leaf plate dries. To combat, use a soap solution, only first clean the leaves from the cobwebs. Onion solution (100 g of husk and 5 l of water) is also effective.
2. Aphid. It settles below the leaf plate. This insect is characterized by rapid reproduction. It feeds on the plant's juice, as a result of which the leaves curl. To combat, use a solution of nicotine sulfate (1 g per 1 liter of water).
3. Shield. She covers the sheet plate with dark spots. For processing, a soap solution with the addition of kerosene and tobacco is used.

Prevention of various problems

The following recommendations will help prevent the development of problems when growing spathiphyllum:

• The flower responds positively to moisture, so water abundantly. But it is important not to overdo it, as due to excessive watering the leaves will turn black and yellow.
• A plant does not like direct sunlight, but even without sunlight it cannot. So it’s important to find a spot with diffused light.
• Spathiphyllum Suite does not like drafts and sudden changes in temperature. In summer, the temperature should be 18 degrees, and in winter 16 degrees and not lower.

Spathiphyllum Sweet is a plant that is chosen for home cultivation. Its peculiarity is long and beautiful flowering. But this can only be achieved with careful care. In addition to stimulating flowering, this will prevent the development of diseases.

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