Identification and Management of the Dormancy Period in Succulent Plants
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Identification of the Growth Dormancy Period in Succulent Plants
It is easy for experienced professional producers to identify the dormancy and semi-dormancy periods, but it may seem a bit "tricky" for业余爱好者. In fact, when succulent plants are dormant, a series of physiological changes occur inside them, which will inevitably manifest on the outside. By carefully observing and looking through the phenomena to see the essence, one can judge and identify the plant's features during this period.
Features of the Dormancy Period in Succulent Plants:
Observing the body color: 1. Leaf color is dull and lacks luster; 2. The color of the entire plant is relatively uniform; 3. The lower leaves change color, or the entire plant changes color; 4. The color of the stem tips and branches is generally consistent; 5. The color of the entire plant is consistent for varieties with a petrified or cristate appearance.
Observing the root system: 1. The color of the root tip is generally consistent with the middle part of the root; 2. The root tip and the middle part of the root show mature characteristics, with the diameter of the root tip gradually decreasing; 3. No obvious new roots are visible at the base.
Observing the growth state: 1. The inner leaves: pointed leaves become broader and extend outward, or become shorter and flat-topped; broad leaves extend outward; 2. A small amount of leaf drop, with withered tips or tops of leaves; 3. Complete dormancy, with the entire plant losing leaves, and some varieties have withered stems above the soil; 4. The stem tips and branches become old and thicker, forming obtuse angles; 5. Plant growth停滞.
The Features of the Growth Period in Succulent Plants:
Observing the body color: 1. The new leaves with hair are lighter or darker than the old leaves; 2. The old leaves without hair are smooth and glossy, while the new leaves are fresh and bright; 3. The color of the stem tips and branches is either darker or lighter than the middle part of the stem, forming two colors; 4. The top and the middle to lower parts of petrified or cristate varieties have a distinct color difference.
Observing the root system: 1. The color of the root tip and the middle part of the root is either darker or lighter; 2. The root tip has a嫩梢 3 to 5 mm long, and its diameter is larger than the middle part of the root; 3. There is a large amount of new roots.
Observing the growth state: 1. The inner leaves: pointed leaves are narrow and irregular, while broad leaves converge or roll inward; 2. No leaf drop or withering; 3. The stem tips and branches are fresh and pointed, forming acute angles; 4. The plant is full of vitality.
Management of the Growth Dormancy Period in Succulent Plants
When succulent plants are in the dormancy period, the activity of the active tissues inside them slows down, and the functions of nutrient and water absorption, synthesis, conversion, and release are reduced, or even stopped. The plant will stop growing. The following key measures should be taken during this period:
1. Water and fertilizer management: Do not water during complete dormancy, keeping the soil dry; during general dormancy, keep the soil slightly moist; during semi-dormancy, water as appropriate. Stop fertilizing during any type of dormancy to avoid fertilizer damage and root rot.
2. Controlling temperature: Since different succulent plant species require different temperatures during their growing period, the temperatures they need during dormancy are very similar. Practice has shown that the most suitable temperatures are 25-32℃ for summer dormancy, 2-5℃ for winter dormancy, and 7-10℃ for a few cold-sensitive varieties.
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