What is Keiki paste (1.5 grams) for orchid species? In orchids, keiki occurs as a result of the accumulation of certain hormones in an eye in the flower branch in their natural environment.

By using Keiki paste, the orchid can be artificially encouraged to give the keiki.

Keiki paste contains growth hormone and is applied directly to the eyes on the flower stem of the plant.

When the keiki is large enough, the mother can be separated from the plant and thus orchid reproduction can be done.

Keiki paste contains a hormone called cytokinin, which accelerates and promotes the formation of keiki.

When is orchid kernels separated? The mother should not leave the plant until Keiki grows sufficiently.

At least 3-4 leaves and 2-3 roots should be allowed to form.

These roots should not be less than 5 centimeters.

If you separate Keiki before it grows enough, the sensitive baby may not be able to hold on to life.

How is orchid kernels separated? A sterile and sharp blade should be used when separating orchid thyme.

You can do it with a disinfected utility knife.

You can separate the keiki from the orchid stem by cutting 2-3 cm below it.

You can apply cinnamon, which is a natural fungicide, to the place where you separate the keiki, that is, to the stem in the mother plant.

But don't overdo it with cinnamon.

After separating Keiki, you have 2 options.

You can plant the keiki in its own pot or you can plant it in the ground next to the mother orchid.

Benefiting from the support of her mother who regulates the soil for the first year can help her grow healthier.

However, taking it in a separate pot will not cause problems if it is properly maintained.

How to care for keiki after separation? Keiki, which is yet sensitive, should never see too much direct sunlight.

When it starts to grow, it can be taken to a slightly brighter area.

The roots should not be irrigated without graying as in orchids, it should be ensured that there is no water in the pot and the keiki should be looked at in a bright place that will not remain in the drafts but does not receive direct sunlight.

The new orchid obtained with keiki with regular care blooms within 2-3 years.

In some lucky cases, it can be seen that it blooms in the first year.

Keiki can also be seen when your mother plant is under stress.

Orchids, which are stressed about sustaining their lives, try to hold on to life by removing the kernels.

If you dehydrate for a long time or put it in the dark all of a sudden, the orchid may go the way of extracting the kernels, but it is not guaranteed.