How to care for Epiphyllum oxypetalum to make it bloom
A small tip for life: introducing how to care for Epiphyllum oxypetalum to make it bloom and the cultivation methods and precautions regarding the flowers and plants, the following is a detailed sharing.
Epiphyllum oxypetalum is a very beautiful flower, as it blooms at night, it is also known as the "beauty under the moonlight." The flower language of Epiphyllum oxypetalum is the beauty of a moment and the eternity of a second, so many people often use Epiphyllum oxypetalum to express the fleeting beauty. Many people cultivate Epiphyllum oxypetalum just to see its blooming, but some people don't master the method and often fail to make it bloom. Below, the editor will introduce the cultivation methods and precautions for Epiphyllum oxypetalum, teaching you how to grow a blooming Epiphyllum oxypetalum.
1. Soil requirements
Epiphyllum oxypetalum prefers loose, fertile, and well-drained sandy soil. For home pot cultivation, you can prepare some soft and fertile growing soil. For example, you can mix leaf mold, garden soil, and river sand in a 1:1:1 ratio, then add an appropriate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer as planting soil.
2. Cutting propagation
The main method of propagating Epiphyllum oxypetalum is through cutting propagation. When cutting Epiphyllum oxypetalum, choose thick leaves with a section of the base stem, cut and apply fungicide or wood ash to the wound, then place it in a well-ventilated area to dry for 3-5 days before planting. Plant directly in moist soil, water thoroughly after 2-3 days, place it in a scattered light environment, keep it ventilated, and when the soil is half-dry, water thoroughly. Unexpectedly, roots will grow in 7-10 days. If it seems troublesome, you can also buy a small pot plant to cultivate.
3. Watering management
Epiphyllum oxypetalum requires little water. In spring and autumn, water every 3-4 days to keep the potting soil slightly moist. In the hot summer, prevent the potting soil from becoming too dry by spraying water around the plant in the morning and evening to increase the humidity of the surrounding air, which is beneficial for the healthy growth of the plant.
4. Fertilizing management
During the growth of Epiphyllum oxypetalum, nutrients should be supplemented regularly. You can apply decomposed soybean cake fertilizer once every half month to promote healthy plant growth. During the flowering period of Epiphyllum oxypetalum, stop applying nitrogen fertilizer and apply 1-2 times of 0.1% potassium dihydrogen phosphate solution, which can make the plant bloom more and larger. Fertilizing should be light, as too much fertilizer can easily cause root rot.
5. Light requirements
Epiphyllum oxypetalum is a cactus plant and must be exposed to strong light because cactus plants do not bloom without light, and Epiphyllum oxypetalum is no exception. Place it in the sunniest area, and it will grow branches and flower buds quickly. Lack of light will result in light-colored leaves, long and thin growth, and no flower buds will appear.
6. Disease and pest control
During the growth of Epiphyllum oxypetalum, a common disease is root rot, which can cause the roots to rot and the leaves to wrinkle. To prevent this effectively, control the amount of watering to prevent waterlogging in the pot. Remove the rotten roots and re-cut them. The main pest is the red spider. When red spiders are found, use pesticides to spray them promptly, or use chili water and other methods to repel pests.
If Epiphyllum oxypetalum blooms, it not only has a high ornamental value but also a strong fragrance. Additionally, Epiphyllum oxypetalum can be used to make soup and is an excellent material for making delicious food, so it's still very nice to have a pot of Epiphyllum oxypetalum at home.
The above sharing on how to care for Epiphyllum oxypetalum to make it bloom and the detailed introduction of the cultivation methods and precautions are for netizens to refer to and learn from.