Do different orchid species need different watering methods?

OrchidsDo different species need different watering? OrchidsDifferent species and different places of origin mean different growth habits, and of course different watering methods and water amounts. For example, epiphytic orchids are usually native to tree trunks or rocks, with exposed roots that get wet when it rains and dry when the sky clears, so the wet-dry changes are fast and great. Terrestrial orchids are native to mountain forest soil that is moist year-round, rich in humus and well drained, so the wet-dry changes are small and they are not prone to extreme dryness or wetness. Of course, Chinese orchids are all terrestrial orchids, yet because their places of origin differ, their growth habits also differ. Therefore, the watering methods and water amounts also differ. For example, broad-leaved types such asCymbidium sinenseare mostly native to primeval mountain forests with warmer temperatures, abundant rainfall and year-round moisture. So when we cultivateCymbidium sinensewe should water frequently. We can also often spray some water on the leaves to increase humidity. ButCymbidium ensifoliumorchidsandCymbidium kanranare intermediate types, needing slightly less water and humidity thanCymbidium sinensebut more thanCymbidium goeringiiand Jiuhua orchids. Jiuhua orchids have the highest native altitude, mostly growing on the tops of mountain ridges, with fairly sufficient light, good ventilation, and soil that dries quickly after being rained on. Even if it does not rain for half a month, they will not dry up and die. This requires that when we cultivate Jiuhua orchids, the potting medium in the pot must dry quickly after watering. If one watering does not dry for several days, then they definitely cannot be grown well. As forCymbidium goeringii, watering should be increased by 1--2 parts on the basis of Jiuhua orchids. There are many kinds of Chinese orchids, and their growth habits differ. Only by understanding their habits and treating them differently with different watering methods and different water amounts can you water them well.