How to cultivate a money tree succulent
The editor will explain how to cultivate a money tree succulent and the related contents of green plant cultivation methods and precautions for money tree care, please see the detailed introduction below.
The succulent plant is small and cute.
Fleshy, juicy, and plump in appearance.
Whether for admiration or decoration, it makes people feel particularly adorable.
It melts the hearts of plant lovers.
Most of them have special names with auspicious meanings.
Today we talk about the姬珊瑚, which is well-known in the succulent world.
The money tree among succulents.
Why is it called a money tree?
Its stems overlap each other.
Thin branches.
Dense shrubbery.
It looks like a jade carved coral forest from a distance.
Small golden thorns on the stems.
Especially like corals covered with gold.
Like a money tree.
Especially after it explodes in a pot.
Full of a pot, like a treasure basin.
It symbolizes a pot full of wealth and a continuous source of wealth.
It has high ornamental value.
And it has super breeding ability.
Side branches will take root soon after touching the ground.
It quickly grows into new stems.
Like the god of wealth sending treasures, scattered money everywhere.
Because of its characteristics, it symbolizes a continuous source of money.
The scientific name of the money tree is姬珊瑚.
Also called wealth-attracting hand, a cactus plant.
A shrub-like succulent potted plant.
Belongs to the dicotyledons.
The stems are round and green, covered with dense thorns.
Thorn clusters with yellow hooks and three brown thorns.
Its shape is like coral, with strong ornamental value.
Usually difficult to bloom.
It has a very strong ability to explode in a pot, propagate, and branch out.
Therefore, it is known as the money tree among succulents.
Completely green, full of vitality.
Also a symbol of unlimited vitality and eternal youth.
The money tree has such a good meaning.
How should we cultivate the money tree?
Today we will talk about the cultivation methods of the money tree succulent.
(Watering)
The money tree is a drought-resistant plant.
It prefers to grow in a dry environment.
Moist soil is sufficient during the growing period.
Avoid waterlogging in the pot.
Once waterlogged, it can lead to root rot.
Water it according to the principle of watering when dry and thorough watering.
Water when the soil is completely dry.
In summer and winter dormancy periods, reduce watering.
(Light)
The money tree likes a bright light environment.
It needs shade in high summer temperatures.
Full sun in spring, autumn, and winter.
In the summer dormancy period, be sure to shade and cool down.
Insufficient light will cause the plant to grow tall.
Too much light will turn the color red.
Afraid of sunburn, losing ornamental value.
Plants growing in sufficient sunlight.
Compact plant shape, closely spaced internodes.
How to cultivate the money tree succulent.
(Fertilizing)
The money tree is not strict about fertilizer.
Fertilize once a month during the growing period.
Compound fertilizer can be used.
The principle of applying thin fertilizer frequently.
Dissolve the compound fertilizer in water and water it.
Stop fertilizing during the dormancy period.
Do not over-fertilize.
Otherwise, it can cause fertilizer damage.
(Temperature)
In winter, the temperature should be above 10℃.
Normal maintenance in northern heating areas.
Southern winter requires insulation.
Let it bask in the sun more in winter.
Cultivate it in a well-lit area.
Help the money tree survive the winter safely.
In summer, when the temperature is above 30℃, it will hibernate, pay attention to shading care.
(Soil)
The money tree is not strict about soil requirements.
Rural soil plus river sand is also fine.
The soil has good drainage and breathability.
Usually, we can also use
Decomposed leaf soil, garden soil, coal cinder, vermiculite, coarse river sand
To make succulent potting soil.
This can ensure water permeability and breathability.
Also ensuring healthy root growth.