Abstract: Butterfly plum is a common indoor potted plant. Its beautiful flowers and unique shapes are popular among people. But at the same time, it is also considered to be a toxic plant, and its impact on human health has attracted much attention. Are butterfly plum poisonous? How to safely maintain butterfly plum at home? This article...
Butterfly plum is a common indoor potted plant, and its beautiful flowers and unique shape are popular among people. But at the same time, it is also considered to be a toxic plant, and its impact on human health has attracted much attention. Are butterfly plum poisonous? How to safely maintain butterfly plum at home? This article will answer you one by one.
Toxicity issues of Butterfly Plum Butterfly Plum belongs to the Lythrum family. It contains a variety of toxic components, including saponins, oxides, oxalic acid in stems and leaves, etc. These ingredients may cause varying degrees of harm to the human body. Among them, leaves and flowers are the most common toxic parts of butterfly plum.
What are the hazards of contacting butterfly plum If human skin comes into contact with toxic parts of butterfly plum, it may cause allergic reactions such as skin itching, redness, and pain. If you accidentally swallow the flowers or leaves of a butterfly plum, it may also cause digestive problems such as vomiting and diarrhea, and even symptoms such as difficulty breathing.
How to handle butterfly plum safely When trimming or cleaning butterfly plum, it is recommended to wear gloves and long-sleeved clothing to avoid contact with toxic parts. If you accidentally come into contact with butterfly plum, you should immediately wash the contaminated skin with plenty of water and seek medical treatment promptly.
Conservation environment of Butterfly Plum Butterfly Plum likes a warm and humid environment, and the suitable growth temperature is 20℃-30 ℃. When maintaining indoors, a location with sufficient sunshine and good air circulation should be selected, and appropriate humidity should be maintained.
How to water butterfly plums require high water, but you should not overwater them. Under normal circumstances, water 1-2 times a week. When watering, care should be taken to avoid moisture accumulating on the bottom of the basin to avoid root rot.
How to fertilize Butterfly plum has a long growth period and requires appropriate fertilization. It is recommended to choose fertilizers rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and other nutrients, and apply them in appropriate amounts according to specific circumstances.
How to prune When pruning butterfly plum, attention should be paid to maintaining the aesthetics of its overall shape. It is recommended to choose sharp scissors and trim them appropriately in spring and summer to promote their lush growth.
How to prevent and control pests and diseases When maintaining butterfly plum, attention should be paid to preventing and controlling pests and diseases. Common pests such as aphids and red spiders, as well as diseases such as gray mold and powdery mildew. It is recommended to take timely measures when problems are discovered, such as spraying pesticides, cleaning and disinfection, etc.
Precautions for indoor maintenance When maintaining butterfly plums indoors, care should be taken to avoid disturbing their rest at night or in the morning. Care should be taken to avoid excessive fertilization or watering, and to avoid exposing butterfly plum to direct sunlight.
How to buy butterfly plum When purchasing butterfly plum, it is recommended to choose healthy plants with clean leaf surfaces and no pests and diseases. At the same time, you should also pay attention to choosing varieties that suit your family environment.
How to turn the pot When the growth period is long, it may need to turn the pot. When turning pots, attention should be paid to keeping the root system intact and avoiding affecting plant growth. Appropriate watering and fertilization should be carried out after turning the pot.
Seasonal maintenance key points In different seasons, the growth status of butterfly plum will also change. In spring and summer, attention should be paid to watering and fertilizing to promote its lush growth; in autumn and winter, attention should be paid to maintaining sufficient temperature and humidity.
How to breed butterfly plum Butterfly plum can be propagated by cutting, rationing, sowing, etc. Among them, cuttage is the most commonly used method. You can choose healthy branches, cut them, and insert them into the soil for growth.
The flowering problem of butterfly plum blossoms requires suitable light and temperature conditions, and it is generally easier to bloom in spring and summer. If the flowers do not bloom for a long time, the maintenance environment can be appropriately adjusted, such as increasing light, adjusting temperature, etc.
As a beautiful indoor potted plant, butterfly plum has attracted much attention about its toxicity. When maintaining butterfly plum, it is necessary to pay attention to its safety and rationality to avoid causing unnecessary harm to the body. At the same time, attention should also be paid to selecting appropriate varieties and maintenance environment to ensure the healthy and luxuriant growth of butterfly plum.