Succulent plants, with their unique shapes and easy-care characteristics, have become a popular choice for home cultivation in recent years. While enjoying the beauty brought by succulents, we also need to understand some care taboos, especially those related to watering. Let's uncover which succulent plants should not be exposed to water and provide corresponding care guidelines.
Aquaphobic Succulent Varieties1. Crassula plants: Such as Crassula,观音莲 (Guan Yin Lian), etc. These plants have fleshy leaves that are not tolerant to water; excessive water can lead to root rot.
2. Haworthia plants: Such as 玉露 (Yu Lu), 万象 (Wan Xiang), etc. Their leaves are thick and can store a large amount of water, so they do not need frequent watering.
3. Lithops plants: Such as Lithops, 小松石 (Xiao Song Shi), etc. These plants need to stay dry during their growing period; excessive water can lead to root rot.
4. Pachyphytum plants: Such as 石莲花 (Shi Lian Hua), 莲花掌 (Lian Hua Zhang), etc. Their leaves are thick and can store water, so they should not be watered too much.
Care Guidelines1. Understand the succulent habits: When purchasing succulent plants, understand their growing habits, whether they are tolerant to water, and whether they need shade, etc.
2. Control the watering frequency: For succulents that are not tolerant to water, control the watering frequency to avoid waterlogging. Generally, water can be given after the soil dries out, keeping the soil slightly moist.
3. Choose the right container: Select containers with good breathability, such as ceramic pots, purple sand pots, etc., which help with water evaporation and reduce the risk of root rot.
4. Avoid direct spraying: When watering, water from the base to avoid direct spraying on the leaves to prevent leaf rot.
5. Maintain ventilation: During the care process, maintain a good ventilation environment, which helps with water evaporation and reduces the risk of root rot.
6. Fertilize appropriately: In the growing season, a small amount of liquid fertilizer can be applied to promote the growth of succulent plants.
Succulent plants come in many varieties, and each plant has its unique growing habits. Understanding which succulents should not be exposed to water is crucial for their care. Through proper care methods, we can ensure healthy growth of succulent plants and add a touch of green to our lives.
(Note: The content of this article is for reference only. Specific care methods need to be adjusted according to actual conditions.)
References:- 《Succulent Plant Care Manual》, Author: Zhang Xiaomei, Publisher: China Agricultural Publishing House, Publication Date: 2018.
- 《Succulent Plant Care and Appreciation》, Author: Li Ming, Publisher: Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, Publication Date: 2019.