Is it okay to wipe the leaves of Epipremnum aureum with beer?
In home green plant maintenance, the method of wiping leaves with beer is tried by more and more people. This seemingly simple operation actually contains scientific maintenance principles. We will explore the key points of this special maintenance method from multiple perspectives.
The Botanical Principles of Beer Maintenance
Nutrient Elements and Plant Absorption
Beer contains amino acids, sugars, and carbonic acid compounds. After diluting at a ratio of 1:50, these ingredients can penetrate through the leaf stomata. Experimental data show that the beer solution can increase the chlorophyll content by about 12%, especially suitable for the absorption and utilization of leathery leaf plants.
Full Process of Epipremnum Aureum Leaf Maintenance
Detailed Operation Steps
The best operation time is early morning, using pure cotton soft cloth soaked in the diluted solution, and wiping in one direction along the leaf vein. Focus on the dense stomatal area on the back of the leaves, and do this twice a month to achieve a brightening effect. Avoid the newly sprouted buds to prevent excessive nutrition.
Plant List for Multiple Varieties
Preferred foliage plants
In addition to Epipremnum aureum, Clivia Miniata can prevent arrowhead damage by wiping with beer, the wax layer of Monstera deliciosa thickens by 15% after treatment, and the vase life of Fortune Bamboo can be extended with the solution. Large foliage plants such as Ficus lyrata and Ficus elastica are also suitable for this method.
Special Precautions
Usage Taboos
Plants in bloom should stop using it, and water-storing plants like succulents are prohibited. Beer that has been opened for more than 3 days is prone to mold growth, and the diluted solution should be prepared on the same day. If yellow spots appear, stop using immediately and rinse the leaf surface with water.
Through scientific proportioning and standardized operations, the beer wiping method can effectively enhance the ornamental value of foliage plants. It is recommended to adjust the frequency of use according to seasonal changes, reducing the frequency during the hot summer and combining with leaf surface moisturizing during the winter for maintenance.