Method of cultivating the succulent plant Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花'
Today, I will share some tips on cultivating the succulent plant Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花' with netizens. Here is a detailed introduction to the cultivation method of Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花'.
Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花' (Pachyphytum fittkaui) is a perennial, hairless, succulent herbaceous plant of the Crassulaceae family, native to Hidalgo, Mexico.
The soil for cultivating Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花' can be a mixture of peat, perlite, and coal cinders, approximately in a 1:1:1 ratio. To isolate the plant from direct contact with the soil surface and to improve aeration, it is common to spread clean river sand or pumice stones with particle sizes ranging from 3 to 5 millimeters. Watering should be thorough only when the soil is completely dry, and no watering should be done when it's not dry. There is no distinct dormancy period, and the plant can be exposed to full sunlight.
In the summer, ensure good ventilation and shade, watering 3 to 4 times a month, with a small amount of water given slowly around the pot edge to help the plant survive the hot season without the roots drying out due to excessive dryness. In winter, reduce watering gradually when temperatures drop below 3 degrees Celsius, and keep the potting soil dry when temperatures are below 0 degrees Celsius, trying to maintain a temperature no lower than -3 degrees Celsius. This will help the plant survive the winter. In winter, it is best to reduce watering, and when watering in spring, it should be done gradually to avoid root rot.
There are significant differences between the north and south, and the cultivation methods in households and greenhouses vary. Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花' is relatively easy to grow and has no significant pests or diseases. Generally, I just sprinkle furadan on the soil surface at the beginning of summer and winter. The plant tends to drop leaves when there is excessive moisture or too much water during seasonal changes. Reducing watering or gradually increasing it can help prevent leaf drop.
Any dropped leaves that are plump can be used for propagation through leaf cuttings, which is very easy. I usually just leave them on the soil surface, and they will naturally sprout roots and small leaves to become independent seedlings. After cutting the top of Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花', it easily grows lateral branches. If not cut, the older stems will grow long before branching, for a more beautiful appearance. When the plant is sufficiently grown, it should be topped to encourage side buds, making the plant look more beautiful when it forms a cluster.
The main propagation methods for Echeveria 'Long Leaf莲花' include sowing, dividing, topping, and leaf cuttings. I usually propagate using leaf cuttings.
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