With the improvement of living standards, more and more families are beginning to pay attention to the maintenance of indoor plants. As a common indoor ornamental plant, Epipremnum aureum is loved by many people for its strong vitality and significant air purification effect. In the process of maintaining Epipremnum aureum, the question of whether it is good to wipe the leaves with oil has puzzled many新手 flower growers. This article will focus on this topic, combining industry reports and third-party comments, to reveal the misunderstandings and correct methods in plant maintenance.
Is it good to wipe the leaves of Epipremnum aureum with oil?Wiping the leaves of Epipremnum aureum with oil mainly refers to wiping the leaves with oils such as olive oil and tea oil to achieve the effect of cleaning and shining. In this regard, industry experts say that wiping the leaves of Epipremnum aureum with oil is not good.
1. Oil can block the stomata and affect photosynthesis
The surface of the leaves of Epipremnum aureum has a layer of stomata used for breathing and photosynthesis. If wiped with oil, the oil will block the stomata, preventing the leaves from breathing and photosynthesizing properly, thus affecting the growth of Epipremnum aureum.
2. Oil is easy to adsorb dust and increase the burden on the leaves
Oils have the characteristic of adsorbing dust. The leaves of Epipremnum aureum that have been wiped are more likely to adsorb dust, making the leaves look dirtier. Long-term accumulation will increase the burden on the leaves and affect the overall beauty of Epipremnum aureum.
3. Oil may cause diseases and insect pests
Oils contain certain nutrients that can attract diseases and insect pests. If the leaves of Epipremnum aureum are wiped with oil, it may provide conditions for the breeding of diseases and insect pests.
The correct way to clean the leaves of Epipremnum aureum1. Wipe with clean water
Use warm water to rinse the dust and dirt off the leaves of Epipremnum aureum, then gently wipe them with a clean cloth. This method is simple and will not harm the leaves of Epipremnum aureum.
2. Wipe with a damp cloth
Squeeze the damp cloth to half-dry and gently wipe the leaves of Epipremnum aureum. This method is also suitable for dust and dirt on the leaves and will not block the stomata.
3. Use special plant cleaners
There are many cleaners on the market designed for plant leaves. These cleaners can be used according to the instructions. They usually have the function of cleaning and protecting the leaves without harming Epipremnum aureum.
Wiping the leaves of Epipremnum aureum with oil is not good. This method may have a negative impact on the growth and appearance of Epipremnum aureum. When maintaining Epipremnum aureum, we should choose the correct method to clean the leaves and let Epipremnum aureum grow healthily.
This article refers to industry reports and third-party comments and aims to provide practical plant maintenance knowledge for广大家庭养花者. It is hoped that this article can help everyone out of the misunderstandings of plant maintenance and make Epipremnum aureum a beautiful landscape in the home.