Introduction to potted Chimonanthus The key points of maintenance of potted Chimonanthus The medicinal value of potted Chimonanthus With the continuous improvement of people's living standards, indoor greening has become an important part of home decoration. Among many green plants, potted Chimonanthus has become a popular choice in winter home with its unique aroma and cold-resistant characteristics. Let us learn about potted Chimonanthus and make it a highlight in your home. Introduction to potted Chimonanthus, also known as yellow plum and wintersweet, is a species of plum plants. It originates in southern my country and has high ornamental and medicinal value. The flowers of Chimonanthus are as white as wax and have a strong aroma. The flowering period is in winter, and it is a leader in winter home green plants. Key points for the maintenance of potted Chimonanthus 1. Pots and soil Pots should be used for potted Chimonanthus. Ceramic pots or purple sand pots with good air permeability should be used. The soil should be loose and well-drained sandy soil. Leaf soil, garden soil and coarse sand can be used. Mix in a ratio of 3:3:4.
2. Watering and fertilization Potted wintersweet likes a humid environment, but avoid waterlogging. Keep the soil moist when watering to avoid standing water. The number of watering can be appropriately reduced in winter. In terms of fertilization, spring and autumn are the periods of vigorous growth of wintersweet, so you can apply compound fertilizers in appropriate amounts, once every 15 days.
3. Light and temperature wintersweet likes an environment with sufficient sunshine, but it can also withstand semi-shade. When maintaining it indoors, it should be placed in a place with sufficient scattered light. In winter, the indoor temperature should be kept above 5 ° C to avoid frostbite.
4. Pruning and modeling The pruning of potted wintersweet can be carried out in spring to remove sick and weak branches and cross branches to maintain the appearance of the tree. In terms of modeling, pruning can be carried out according to personal preferences, such as making cliff style, hanging branch style, etc. Breeding method of potted Chimonanthus 1. Cutting propagation In spring or autumn, select strong branches for cuttage. The length of the cuttings is about 10 cm, insert them into a sand bed, keep them moist, and take root after about 1 month.
2. Individual propagation In spring or autumn, take out the potted wintersweet from the pot, divide into several plants, and plant them separately. The medicinal value of potted Chimonanthus has the effects of clearing heat and toxic materials, expelling wind and dispelling cold, activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Its flowers, leaves and roots can be used as medicine to treat colds, headaches, rheumatoid arthritis and other diseases.
Potted wintersweet is a kind of green plant with great ornamental and medicinal value. It is suitable for maintenance in winter. By understanding its maintenance points and breeding methods, I believe you can raise beautiful potted wintersweet. Let us be together in winter. Feel this warmth from potted wintersweet!