Category: Propagation

SEED PODS: Cattleyas

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago It takes eight or nine months for the seed to ripen. A63-478 Read More

SEED PODS: Harvesting

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Slight yellowing and the start of splitting at the seams indicate time for removal; swab with dilute Clorox (1:4 water) place between two clean pages of paper and let dry a few days; clean out the ... Read More

FLASKING: Improved Methods of Germination

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Sterile medium is achieved by decontaminating glassware with Physan 20 solution and adding .005% hydrogen peroxide into the medium just before pouring it into flasks; sterilize seed by soaking it 2... Read More

FLASKING: Kitchen Style

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago A solution to many problems was found in the use of a clear plastic bag 10 x 12 inches; two holes were cut to fit over the openings of the flasks at the sealed end and the work was done through the... Read More

FLASKING: Methods and Materials

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Apparatus and growth materials required; preparation of seed; aids for simplifying the process; for green capsule and ripe seed; refer to OR81-149; Ca82(6)-4; OBII-243 Read More

FLASKING: Prepared Flasks for Later Use

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Keep them on hand for about one week only; but can be kept for about two months if stoppers are covered with tightly fitting aluminum foil. RMH Read More

FLASKING: Proliferation of Tissue

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Reasons are not clear and no anti-proliferations have been mentioned but certain additives such as banana homogenaate may be useful; for references ref.to A85-1334 Read More

SEED PODS: How Long to Mature?

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago A few mentioned: Sophronitis crosses take 5 to 6 months; Cattleyas take 9 months; Phalaenopsis take only 3 or 4 months. OIE86Sept-14; of course, with green-pod culture it takes less time even than ... Read More

SEED PODS: Mailing

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Wrap the whole pod in clean paper or seal it inside a paper envelope so it can "breathe" whether green or dry, then place it inside a small carton, address it and mail; do not use any plastic or fi... Read More

FLASKING: Replate Medium

Author is Robert M. [Bert] Hamilton (Compiler), posted almost 8 years ago Use the same germinating medium for replating; the Knudson-C formula can be used for both. A70-631 Read More