ORNAMENTAL PLANTS Flashcards
establish a rational and aesthetic interaction between man and his environment providing pleasant surroundings suitable for active work, play, meditation and relaxation
designed landscapes
- There are different species of plants which are considered important for aesthetic purposes
- They beautify the landscapes, serve as ornaments and decorate home gardens, parks and the entire surroundings
ornamental plants
factors considered in planning a garden
- Land (contour, soil type)
- Climate
- Plants (season, growth habit)
- It bears flowers of varied shapes and colors such as pink, red, yellow, green, blue, and white
- The flowers are used on special occasions during heart, santacruzan, and wedding months, for remembering the departed, and during holiday seasons
Orchids
preferred orchid species, bloom well in the presence of full sunlight and are resistant to diseases
Semiterete vandas
belongs to Family Araceae
prefers 60-70% shade, temperature of 19°-22°C during nighttime, and 27°C during daytime
Coconut husk and sawdust are recommended media for growing
Anthurium
The bamboo industry is also challenged with:
- Lack of supply of raw materials and quality of planting materials
- Low rate of survival for macro-propagation
- Limited technology for production of shoot
- Weak approaches for technology transfer
qualities of good anthurium variety
- Bearing of flowers up to six (6) times a year
- Deep colored spathe
- Regularly producing suckers
- Resistant to pests and diseases
- Sturdy and do not wither easily and can even survive 2-3 weeks in a flower vase
regarded as one of the most important non-timber forest products in the Philippines
belongs to the grass family
It is versatile, growing fast, and can be used as a substitute for wood contributing to the national economy and ecological stability
- Bamboo
known anthurium varieties
Kaumana
Nitta
Bagui White
Obake
common anthurium pest and disease
mites and thrips
bacterial bligh
Cercospora leaf spot
