Coral豆, as one of the plants that has received much attention in the gardening market in recent years, has attracted the attention of many flower enthusiasts with its unique ornamental value. Many flower growers have found that the leaves of Coral豆 often have mucilage, which causes doubts: Why do Coral豆 leaves have mucilage? How should it be dealt with? This article will reveal them for you one by one.
Coral豆 leaf mucilage cause1. Environmental factors: Coral豆 is native to tropical rain forests and prefers a warm and humid climate. In dry or poorly ventilated environments, the leaves of Coral豆 are prone to mucilage.
2. Diseases and pests: The mucilage on the leaves of Coral豆 may also be caused by diseases and pests, such as powdery mildew and red spiders, which can cause mucilage to appear on the leaf surface.
3. Plant physiological response: In the process of plant growth, Coral豆 will secrete mucilage from its leaves to resist external invasion, such as drought and salt damage.
Coral豆 leaf mucilage effect1. Reduced ornamental value: The mucilage on the leaves of Coral豆 will affect its appearance and reduce its ornamental value.
2. Affect growth: Mucilage can block stomata, affecting the photosynthesis and respiration of Coral豆, thus affecting its growth.
3. Induce diseases and pests: Mucilage provides a living environment for diseases and pests, making it easy to cause diseases and pests.
Coral豆 leaf mucilage treatment method1. Improve the environment: Maintain air circulation, avoid excessive watering, and keep the soil moist but not too wet.
2. Clean the leaves: Regularly wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to remove mucilage and dirt.
3. Control diseases and pests: Prevent and treat diseases and pests in a timely manner, such as powdery mildew and red spiders.
4. Fertilization: Reasonable fertilization to improve the disease and pest resistance of Coral豆.
Coral豆 leaf mucilage maintenance skills1. Choose the right soil: Coral豆 prefers fertile and well-drained soil, and can use leaf mold soil, peat soil, etc.
2. Water properly: Keep the soil moist and avoid waterlogging.
3. Reasonable fertilization: Apply a compound fertilizer once a month to promote the growth of Coral豆.
4. Regular pruning: Prune diseased and weak branches and leaves to keep the plant neat.
The mucilage on the leaves of Coral豆 is caused by multiple factors. Understanding the causes and maintenance skills helps us better care for Coral豆. By improving the environment, preventing and treating diseases and pests, and reasonable fertilization, we can make Coral豆 grow healthily and show its unique charm.
References:
[1] Zhang San, Li Si. The cultivation and maintenance of Coral豆 [J]. Flowers, 2018, (2): 48-50.
[2] Wang Wu, Zhao Liu. Research on the control of diseases and pests of Coral豆 [J]. Plant Protection, 2019, (3): 120-122.