How Beginners Can Cultivate巴西木 (Brazil Tree)
The article discusses the experience related to the cultivation methods and techniques of巴西木 (Brazil Tree) for beginners. Next, the editor will introduce the topic.
The cultivation method of巴西木 is relatively simple. It requires loose and fertile sandy soil, proper watering, sufficient sunlight, and regular pruning of branches and leaves. Its propagation usually adopts the cutting method, which is divided into soil cutting and water cutting. Below is an introduction to the maintenance and propagation methods of巴西木.
I. Soil Selection
巴西木 mainly uses stem segments for cutting propagation and has fibrous roots, so it is best to choose loose, fertile, breathable, and well-draining acidic sandy soil.
II. Water and Fertilizer Management
Water with room temperature water every 10 days, keeping the soil half-dry. Reduce the amount of watering in autumn and winter, especially in winter, it is best to water less or not at all to avoid root rot. Apply a dilute fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium once a month during the growing season.
III. Light and Temperature
巴西木 enjoys sunlight but can tolerate shade. Even when kept indoors, it needs to ensure sufficient light. In summer, you can appropriately遮阳 (shade) to avoid direct sunlight. Its optimal growing temperature is between 20-30℃, and it should not be lower than 15℃ during regular times. It is best to keep the temperature above 5℃ in winter.
IV. Regular Pruning
巴西木 can easily grow tall, and after it grows tall, the base of the stem will become bare and unsightly. Therefore, you can cut off the excessively high upper part of 巴西木, and it will grow new lateral branches.
V. Propagation Methods
巴西木 is mainly propagated through cuttings. For soil cutting, cut off 8-10cm from the high part of the stem, insert the lower end into the substrate, maintain a warm and humid environment, and it can take root in about 30 days. For water cutting, cut off 8-10cm of the stem, insert the lower end into 2-3cm of pure water, change the water every 2-3 days, and supplement diluted nitrate nitrogen acidic nutrient solution. It can take root in about 30 days.
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