Cyphostemma, also known as Cyphostemma or Ruby, is a succulent plant with high ornamental value. Its leaves are thick, colorful, and beautiful, making it a favorite of many flower friends. Let's explain in detail how to pot Cyphostemma and the precautions during its maintenance.
Choosing the right potting container1. Material: Choose a ceramic or plastic pot with good breathability, and avoid using iron or aluminum pots to prevent waterlogging of the soil.
2. Size: Choose a suitable potting container based on the plant shape of Cyphostemma, generally recommended to choose a pot slightly larger than the root system.
Soil selection and preparation1. Soil: Choose a sandy soil with good breathability and drainage, such as peat soil, pearl rock, vermiculite, etc.
2. Preparation: Mix peat soil, pearl rock, and vermiculite in a ratio of 2:1:1 to increase soil breathability and drainage.
Planting steps1. Preparation: Mix the soil evenly, put it in the potting container, and compact the soil.
2. Planting: Gently place the Cyphostemma's roots in the soil, taking care not to plant too deep to avoid affecting breathing.
3. Fill soil: Fill the gaps around the roots with soil and gently compact.
Watering and fertilizing1. Watering: Cyphostemma prefers a dry environment. When watering, follow the principle of "drier rather than wetter." In the spring and autumn growth periods, water 1-2 times a week. In the high-temperature summer period, the watering frequency can be appropriately reduced. In the low-temperature winter period, the number of watering can be reduced, keeping the soil slightly moist.
2. Fertilizing: During the vigorous growth period, apply a compound fertilizer once a month to promote plant growth.
Lighting and temperature1. Lighting: Cyphostemma likes plenty of sunshine, but during the high-temperature summer period, it needs to be shaded appropriately to avoid leaf sunburn.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for Cyphostemma to grow is between 15-25 degrees Celsius. Attention should be paid to insulation during the low-temperature winter period.
Pest and disease control1. Disease: Pay attention to the plant and promptly cut off the diseased leaves when a disease is found, and spray an appropriate amount of fungicide.
2. Pest: Regularly inspect the plant, and control pests in a timely manner when found, and spray with insecticide.
By following the above steps, you can successfully pot Cyphostemma. During maintenance, pay attention to timely watering, fertilizing, lighting, temperature, and pest and disease control.相信您的绯花玉一定能茁壮成长，成为家中的一道亮丽风景线. References:
《Succulent Plant Cultivation and Maintenance》- China Forestry Publishing House
《Family Gardening Plant Cultivation and Maintenance》- Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House