What kind of flowers can be planted in water
Abstract: This article introduces the flowers that can be planted in water and the small experience of hydroponic flowers, follow the editor to see the specific content! Now many people like to grow hydroponic plants because we can observe the root growth through transparent containers when cultivating with water. The white roots can be observed, which is a very unique way of cultivation. However, not all plants can be hydroponic as we think. Many people try to hydroponic plants such as Anthurium, other woody plants, and some herbaceous plants. Short-term hydroponics is acceptable for these plants, such as when we cut branches for propagation. Using hydroponic methods can grow roots, but it is easy to have problems in later stages, such as roots not growing and leaves turning black, which are all caused by hydroponics because their roots are suitable for growing in soil, and they will inevitably have problems when grown in water for a long time.
Some people say that narcissus and hyacinth can be cultivated for a long time. Imagine these bulbous flowers, after their flower buds have fully differentiated and are placed in water, they can also grow roots through water. After they finish blooming, they basically do not grow bulbs in the water but just bloom. By absorbing a little water and nutrients through the roots, they ensure less nutrient consumption to make the flowers bloom. Later, their bulbs will shrink and stop growing, which is because they are not suitable for hydroponics, but only for short-term hydroponic flowering observation. In fact, there are only seven kinds of flowers that can truly be hydroponic. Xiaoqi will introduce them to you. For others, short-term hydroponics is possible, but the probability of problems later on is high. It is not recommended to use hydroponic methods and it's better to grow them in soil.
1. Fortune bamboo
Fortune bamboo originally grows in soil, but it can grow roots in water for a long time. What we need to do is to put it back in water to grow roots. We need to take care of the roots first before later maintenance can avoid problems. It is best to use a black container, grow its roots in the dark, and then transfer it to a transparent container. As long as the nutrients are sufficient and the water quality is clean, there will be no problems, and it can be grown indoors for several years.
2. Pennywort
We can consider pennywort as an aquatic plant. If we expose the roots, cut off the leaves, and throw the cut roots into the water, it can grow roots and sprouts by itself in the water. It is a typical aquatic plant that can be cultivated hydroponically, soil-cultivated, or semi-soil and semi-water cultivation.
What kind of flowers can be planted in water
3. One-leaf lotus
One-leaf lotus is also familiar to everyone and has become quite popular in recent years. A single leaf tip will grow roots and absorb nutrients from the water to grow a stem, and then another leaf will grow on top. The growth rate is very fast, and it is relatively simple to cultivate in water. It is also a typical aquatic flower, but be sure to let the leaves grow bigger before cutting them off, otherwise it is prone to rot in later cultivation. We need to ensure clean water quality and the water temperature should not be too low or higher than 30 degrees; otherwise, it is difficult to grow well.
4. Water spinach
Water spinach is also called凤水浮莲. Its stem is relatively thick, with a hollow inside, and its leaves have no ornamental value, but it can bloom. The flowers are a cluster of purple and very beautiful. It is also a typical aquatic plant. At home, as long as you choose a large container and put one in, it will soon fill up. The growth rate is also very fast, but we need to ensure there are nutrients in the water and it needs light.
5. Lotus
Both bowl lotus and water lily belong to the lotus family. They have a rhizome at the bottom, especially when seeds are sown, using hydroponic methods can quickly grow roots. They can also be hydroponically cultivated at home, but some soil should be added at the bottom to cover the rhizome and then placed in a well-lit place. Only by doing so can it bloom normally. If placed in a dark place and put in water, it can still grow but will not bloom. It is also a typical aquatic flower.