How much is the Clivia?
As an indoor potted plant with both ornamental value and cultural meaning, the price system of Clivia has always been the focus of attention of flower lovers. From a few yuan of seedlings to ten thousand yuan of famous products, the price range is often confusing. This article will provide an in-depth analysis of the pricing mechanism of Clivia and a professional maintenance guide to help you fully understand the key points of purchasing and cultivating this gentleman's flower. Factors influencing the price of Clivia are different varieties determine the price level. The unit price of ordinary Clivia seeds is 1-2 yuan/grain, and the wholesale price is about 400 yuan/catty (including more than a thousand grains). The price of seedlings increases with the number of leaves: ·Single-leaf seedlings 6-10 yuan· 3-4 leaf seedlings 20-30 yuan·Rare varieties can reach tens of thousands of yuan/plant. Among them, rare strains such as Clivia and Clivia macroflora are due to genetic stability and outstanding ornamental quality, and are often traded at the collection-level. Growth stage and cultivation cost The critical point of 12 leaves significantly affects the price. Plants that meet this standard have the ability to blossom. The maintenance cost includes: ·Periodic pot change for 2 years (Substrate cost is about 50 yuan/time)·The average annual expenditure of special fertilizers is 80-120 yuan·Temperature and humidity control equipment is invested in Clivia plant characteristics to analyze the fleshy root structure of Clivia in the Lycoidiaceae family, giving it unique physiological characteristics: ·The milky white root system stores water and has a drought-resistant cycle of 15-20 days. Symmetrical leaf sequence grows, and every 2 additional leaves requires 45-60 days of growth. The best ornamental temperature for orange funnel flowers is 18-22℃. Professional grade Clivia maintenance guide matrix ratio The gold formula recommended soil blending plan is: 50% legular soil +20% pine needles +20% river sand +10% bone meal. The pH value is controlled within the range of pH 5.5 -6.5, and sulfur powder is added every year to maintain acidity. The intelligent irrigation system adopts the "three-touch detection method": 1. The drying depth of the surface soil reaches 2 cm2. The weight of the basin is reduced by 1/33. Leaf elasticity is reduced by 10% and is fully watered if any condition is met. In summer, leaf spray is used to maintain 65% humidity. Precision fertilization plan Growth cycle Nutritional management: ·Spring: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium 15-15-15 slow-release fertilizer 20 grains/pot·Summer: stop fertilizer to control excessive growth·Autumn: potassium dihydrogen phosphate foliar fertilizer (1:1000)·Winter: Compiled sesame cake fertilizer 200g/pot Mastering these core points can not only avoid the consumption trap of purchasing seedlings at a high price, but also achieve plant value added through scientific cultivation. It is recommended that novices practice from common goods within 30 yuan, and gradually upgrade their collectibles after mastering maintenance skills.