What are the caring methods for Philodendron
Today, the editor will explain the caring methods for Philodendron and the related experiences of growing Philodendron, including the precautions for cultivating it. Let's learn about it together.
Philodendron, have you ever heard of it? Actually, when we mention it, we often think of Calla lilies, as these two plants have very similar appearances. Philodendron also has a nice name called 'Dripping观音.' So, how is Philodendron planted? What are its planting methods and caring management? How to grow Philodendron to make it thrive better? Today, let's talk about the planting methods of Philodendron and its caring management.
Growth habits of Philodendron
Philodendron prefers a warm, humid, and semi-shaded environment. It is not cold-resistant, not heat-resistant to direct sunlight, and cannot withstand strong winds. It is suitable for pot cultivation. Its growth temperature is around 20 to 30 degrees, and the temperature for overwintering is 12 degrees. The soil for planting Philodendron should be rich in organic matter, as such soil can make it grow vigorous and spectacular. Philodendron also has a tropical ambiance. Next, let's talk about its propagation methods.
Propagation methods of Philodendron
There are several propagation methods for Philodendron:播种 (播种繁殖), dividing, cutting, and planting bulbs. For播种 propagation, the seeds are collected after the autumn fruit ripens and can be sown in the open field or by spot sowing. They can also be dried and stored, and then sown in the following spring. For dividing propagation, many young plants are born at the base of the plant in summer or autumn. When they grow up, we dig them out and plant them as new plants. For cutting propagation, the stem of Philodendron is very developed. In the spring, the stem of a plant that has grown for many years is cut clean and used as a cutting about 10 centimeters long, which is then directly planted in a pot or soil. The bulb method involves digging out the small bulbs naturally separated from the roots of Philodendron and then planting them.
How to prevent and control diseases and pests in Philodendron
The main diseases of Philodendron are soft rot and bacterial diseases, mainly affecting the petiole and flower pedicle. The prevention method is to ensure proper ventilation and control the amount of water for irrigation to avoid excessive humidity, which could lead to the possibility of disease. We can use a 1000-fold solution of lincomycin to涂抹 the infected parts of the plant.
What are the caring methods for Philodendron
Watering conditions for Philodendron
In the growing season, Philodendron needs to pay attention to liquid fertilizers, fertilizing once a week, especially nitrogenous fertilizers should be increased to make the leaves of Philodendron grow larger. If the plant lacks fertilizer, the leaves will become smaller and turn yellow. During the growing season, we should keep the potting soil moist but not dry. In winter, when the plant is dormant, we should try to control watering. In winter, we move Philodendron indoors to ensure safe overwintering.
The above introduction of the caring methods for Philodendron and the precautions for cultivating it, provided by the Green Plant Enthusiasts Network, hopes to bring some floral knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.