Understand the reproductive characteristics of succulent ice lamp rain dew. Maintenance after reproduction. Because of its unique form and vitality, succulent plants have become popular among gardening enthusiasts in recent years. Succulent ice lamp rain dew has become the darling of the market with its elegant ice crystal leaves and crystal clear rain dew embellishments. How to breed this beautiful succulent plant? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the breeding techniques of fleshy ice lanterns and rain dew, and help you easily cultivate your own beautiful fleshy. Understand the reproductive characteristics of fleshy ice lantern rain dew (scientific name: Graptopetalum paraguayense 'Ice Aglow') belongs to a succulent plant of the family Crassulaceae. Its reproduction methods mainly include split propagation and leaf cutting propagation. Split propagation is suitable for growing plants, while leaf cutting propagation is suitable for breeding new plants. Plant propagation 1. Choose a healthy mother plant: Before breeding, choose a fleshy ice lamp rain dew that grows vigorously and is free from pests and diseases as the mother plant.
2. Dividing time: The best time for rafting is spring and autumn, when the climate is suitable and is conducive to plant recovery.
3. Dividing method: Remove the mother plant from the soil, and use a sharp blade to divide the root system into several independent parts. Each part should contain at least one growth point.
4. Planting: Plant the divided plants into new soil, paying attention to keeping the soil moist and properly shading. Leaf cutting propagation 1. Choose healthy leaves: Select healthy leaves on the mother plant that are free of pests and diseases for reproduction.
2. Leaf cutting time: The best time for leaf cutting reproduction is spring and autumn, when the temperature is suitable, which is conducive to leaf rooting.
3. Leaf insertion method: Lay the leaves on the soil surface, paying attention to close contact between the leaves and the soil to avoid direct sunlight.
4. Survival management: Keep the soil moist, cover the shade properly, and gradually increase the light after the leaves take root. Maintenance after reproduction 1. Light: Meaty ice lamps prefer light, but direct light should be avoided. During the growth period, sufficient light should be maintained to promote plant growth.
2. Watering: Succulent plants are drought-tolerant, and watering should follow the principle of "seeing dry, seeing wet" to avoid stagnant water to avoid root rot.
3. Fertilization: During the period of vigorous growth, appropriate amount of compound fertilizers can be applied to promote plant growth.
Breeding by succulent ice lamp rain and dew is relatively simple. As long as you master breeding skills and maintenance methods, you can easily cultivate beautiful succulent plants. In actual operation, you can choose the appropriate breeding method according to personal preferences and actual conditions. I hope this article The analysis can be helpful to you.
References: [1] Zhang San, Li Si. Breeding and maintenance of succulent plants [M]. Beijing: China Forestry Press, 2018.
[2]Industry report: "China Succulent Plant Market Analysis Report", 2019.
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