Guide to Emergency Treatment for Bare Branches of the Fortune Tree and Comprehensive Analysis of Revitalization and Care for the Fortune Tree

Can the lucky money tree recover after all its leaves have fallen off?When the lucky money tree becomes a 'bare stick', many plant enthusiasts think that the plant has lost its vitality. In fact, as long as the main stem is not rotten, mastering the correct method of restoration can bring it back to life. This article will take you through four core stages to fully understand the revival skills and daily care points for a bare-stemmed lucky money tree.I. Three-step Revival Process for Bare-stemmed Lucky Money Tree1. Wound Repair and DisinfectionUse a disinfected pruning shears to trim the wilted branches with a flat cut, retaining a height of 5-8 cm for the main stem. Focus on treating the black moldy tissue at the cut, and use a 1:2000 potassium permanganate solution for wound disinfection, with the solution concentration preferably light pink, as too strong can burn the plant.2. Critical Period for Water Control and Root PromotionAfter pruning, enter a 30-day root growth period: • Stop watering for 7 days until the cut is completely healed • Start watering a small amount of clear water along the pot wall from the 8th day • New air roots can be seen after 20 days3. Light Activation MechanismAfter new buds sprout, gradually increase the light: • Place in a diffused light environment (≤2000 lux) for the first week • Transition to a half-daylight environment (5000 lux) the following week • Maintain 8000-10000 lux light in the stable periodII. Annual Care and Protection System1. Light and Temperature Control PlanMaintain 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily in spring, summer, and autumn, and supplement light to 8 hours in winter. Keep the temperature stable between 18-32°C, with a humidity level of ≥60%.2. Smart Watering SystemDevelop a 'three-finger detection method': • Insert the index finger into the pot soil 3 cm deep; if dry, water is needed • Test the water temperature with the middle finger, which should be consistent with room temperature • Use the ring finger to sense the air humidity3. Nutrient Supply CycleDuring the growing season (March-September), apply a balanced N-P-K fertilizer (N-P-K=20-20-20) every 15 days, and switch to a calcium and magnesium trace element fertilizer during the dormant period. Pay attention to applying thin fertilizers frequently, keeping the concentration between 0.1%-0.2%.4. Disease Warning MechanismEstablish a 'three-check system': • Check for pests on the back of leaves in the morning • Check the soil moisture at noon • Check the stem condition in the eveningThrough a systematic care plan, coupled with regular observation and adjustments, the revived lucky money tree can achieve an annual growth of 30-50 cm, with a leaf density increase of 2-3 times. It is recommended to replace the planting material every half year to maintain soil permeability, making your lucky money tree truly a 'green bank'.