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Choose a suitable breeding environment, soil, watering, fertilizing, pruning, pest and disease control, and breeding methodsWith the increasing pursuit of indoor plant aesthetics, the small-leaf滴水观音 has become a popular choice for home cultivation due to its unique shape and air-purifying function. The scientific name of small-leaf滴水观音 is滴水观音, belonging to the Araceae family. Its leaves are green, the shape is graceful, and it has the ability to absorb harmful gases. Next, we will introduce in detail the breeding methods of small-leaf滴水观音.
Choosing a suitable breeding environment1. Light: The small-leaf滴水观音 prefers scattered light and avoids direct sunlight. When breeding indoors, it should be placed far from the window to avoid direct sunlight.
2. Temperature: The suitable temperature for the growth of small-leaf滴水观音 is 20-30℃, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 10℃. In the hot summer season, attention should be paid to ventilation to avoid the plant from getting hot.
3. Humidity: The small-leaf滴水观音 prefers a humid environment, with an air humidity of 60%-80% being appropriate.
Soil and watering1. Soil: The small-leaf滴水观音 is suitable for growing in well-drained and highly breathable soil. You can choose a mixture of peat soil, decomposed leaf soil, and perlite.
2. Watering: Watering is the key to breeding small-leaf滴水观音. Generally, keep the soil slightly moist, increase watering frequency during the hot summer season, and reduce watering in winter.
Fertilizing and pruning1. Fertilizing: Apply a compound fertilizer once a month during the vigorous growth period of small-leaf滴水观音, and water after fertilizing.
2. Pruning: Regularly prune the withered and yellow leaves to keep the plant clean. During the growing season, you can prune the branches appropriately to promote plant growth.
Pest and disease control1. Leaf spot disease: When leaf spot disease is found,剪除 the affected leaves in a timely manner and spray fungicides such as carbendazim.
2. Pest control: Common pests include red spiders and scale insects, which can be controlled with insecticides.
Breeding methods1. Division breeding: Divide mature plants and transplant them into new pots.
2. Seed propagation: Carry out sowing in spring and keep the soil moist after sowing, with the temperature controlled between 20-25℃.
In the process of breeding small-leaf滴水观音, it is necessary to pay attention to aspects such as light, temperature, humidity, soil, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest and disease control. Only by mastering the correct breeding methods can small-leaf滴水观音 grow strongly and add a touch of green to the home environment.
According to the "China Flower Market Report," the indoor plant market has shown a continuous growth trend in recent years. As one of the best in the market, the small-leaf滴水观音 has gained popularity among more and more consumers. Understanding and mastering the breeding methods of small-leaf滴水观音 is undoubtedly a valuable asset for friends who enjoy planting.