Introduction to lantern trees The maintenance methods of lantern trees As people continue to improve their pursuit of quality of life, indoor green plants have gradually become a new favorite in home decoration. Lantern trees, as a beautiful and auspicious indoor plant, are becoming more and more popular. If you want to let lantern trees bloom the most beautiful brilliance at home, scientific maintenance methods are crucial. This article will introduce you in detail the maintenance methods of lantern trees and help you raise healthy and beautiful lantern trees. Introduction to the lantern tree, the scientific name of the lantern tree, belongs to the genus spider of the Araceae. It is a perennial herb with long leaves, green leaves, and flowers shaped like lanterns. Therefore, the lantern tree has the function of purifying the air and beautifying the home environment. At the same time, it also has the meaning of good fortune and longevity. Maintenance methods for lantern trees 1. Illuminating lantern trees prefer semi-shaded environments and are not resistant to direct strong light. When maintaining indoors, they should be placed in a place with sufficient scattered light to avoid direct sunlight. When high temperatures in summer, they should be properly shaded to avoid sunburn on leaves.
2. Watering lantern trees like a humid environment, but avoid standing water. When watering, the soil should be kept slightly moist to avoid excessive watering causing root rot. When high temperatures in summer, the number of watering needs to be increased; when low temperatures in winter, water should be reduced. Keep the soil dry.
3. Fertilization Lantern trees need sufficient nutrition during their vigorous growth period. Compound fertilizer can be applied once a month. When fertilizing, attention should be paid to the amount of fertilization not to cause fertilizer damage. When low temperatures in winter, fertilization can be suspended.
4. Temperature The suitable growth temperature for lantern trees is 15℃-25 ℃. When the winter temperature is lower than 5℃, the lantern trees should be moved indoors for maintenance to avoid frostbite.
5. During the growth process of pruning lantern trees, the withered leaves and sick branches should be pruned in time to maintain the neat and beautiful appearance of the plants. After pruning, appropriate rooting powder can be applied to promote the growth of new buds.
6. Pest and insect pest control Common pests and diseases on lantern trees include leaf spot disease, scale insects, etc. The control methods are as follows: (1) Leaf spot disease: After the diseased leaves are discovered, cut off the diseased leaves in time and spray 50% carbendazim wettable powder with 800 times liquid for control.
(2) Scale insects: Wipe the scale insects on the leaves with a soft cloth, or spray 40% omethoate EC with 1000 times solution for control.
Lantern trees are beautiful and auspicious indoor plants. Properly maintained can add vitality and vitality to the home environment. Through the introduction of the above maintenance methods, I believe you have mastered the maintenance skills of lantern trees. Let us work together to let lantern trees bloom with the most beautiful brilliance in our homes.