Method and technique of Huperzia cultivation at home
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Huperzia, also known as虎尾兰 (tiger tail orchid) or 千岁兰 (thousand-year orchid), belongs to the Liliaceae family of perennial herbaceous plants. It is tough and drought-resistant with upright and sturdy leaves that grow in clusters. The commonly cultivated one is the variegated Huperzia. In fact, there are many types of Huperzia, similar to cacti, jade trees, succulents, and aloe, which are especially suitable for busy people or those who prefer low-maintenance plants. Placing a pot at home, whether on a windowsill, balcony, or living room, can not only purify the air but also decorate the home, making it beautiful and pleasing to the eye.
When growing Huperzia, experts summarize a 10-character "tip": "Numerous side buds, explode the pot in a year!"
Many friends have started to grow Huperzia in pots. Whether it's propagating from leaves or buying an already potted plant, some have seen their plant's condition deteriorate after a few months, while others have successfully cultivated Huperzia for over a decade with lush and vibrant leaves, full of new buds and even propagating several pots.
Actually, the maintenance method can be summarized in ten words: "Tolerant of shade and drought, loves light, avoids stuffiness and flooding!"
This tip is worth trying for those new to growing Huperzia and might be very helpful. This is also the experience summarized by experts who find Huperzia very easy to grow with this method.
Tolerant of shade: Huperzia is relatively shade-tolerant, especially when the temperature is high in summer. Do not place it in direct sunlight as it may easily sunburn the leaves. Keep it in a shaded area throughout the summer.
Loves light: In autumn, winter, and early spring when the temperature is not high, you can place the potted Huperzia in a well-lit area. This will not only increase the temperature and keep it warm but also make the leaves grow thicker, plumper, and healthier, nice and green.
Method and technique of Huperzia cultivation at home
Avoids stuffiness: Sometimes, potted Huperzia is not damaged by watering but by suffocation. In fact, ventilation is more important than sunlight, especially in high summer temperatures with high humidity. Remember to open the windows for ventilation.
Tolerant of drought, avoids flooding: Because Huperzia is drought-tolerant and flood-intolerant, most of the potted Huperzia at home that fail to thrive do so not for other reasons but because of root rot and yellow leaves. This situation occurs because too much water is poured, and it is watered even in winter. Therefore, it doesn't fear dryness, but drowning. Always control your hands and water less. This way, the side buds will sprout more, and the leaves will grow taller.
How to care for newly purchased Huperzia
If the Huperzia is bare-rooted without soil, cut off the withered and rotten roots, then soak it in a fungicide solution for about ten minutes. Plant it in slightly moist soil, not watering immediately, and keep it in a semi-shaded and well-ventilated area for three days before watering thoroughly, which is the setting water. Once the roots are stable, you can add a little nitrogen fertilizer, a small amount of complex fertilizer, or liquid fertilizer when watering. Remember the "10 characters" when growing Huperzia at home: "Small buds sprout, leaves fill the pot, and grow tall!"
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