How to cultivate the Yuxuan to achieve good condition
Introduction: This article covers the knowledge of how to cultivate Yuxuan to achieve good condition and the cultivation methods and precautions of Yuxuan. Corrections are welcome if there are any mistakes!
Yuxuan is a very precious type of succulent plant with a fan-shaped top that looks like it has been cut in half, also known as截形十二卷 (Jié Xíng Shí Èr Juǎn). How to cultivate the succulent Yuxuan? Specifically, it involves watering, lighting, temperature, fertilizing, and potting. Mastering these five key points will definitely make Yuxuan grow rapidly.
I. Cultivation methods for the succulent plant Yuxuan
1. Watering moderately
The roots of Yuxuan are succulent, capable of storing a large amount of water and nutrients, which means it is drought-resistant but not flood-tolerant. The principle of watering it is "water thoroughly after it dries out." Water it once a week in spring and autumn; in the hot summer season, water it 2-3 times a week; in winter, if the soil is moist, watering once a month is fine.
2. Appropriate lighting
Yuxuan does not require too much sunlight, and it is best to place it in a place with sufficient scattered light. In summer, it should not be exposed to direct sunlight and needs to be shaded appropriately. In winter, it can receive 3-5 hours of warm direct sunlight each day. Insufficient sunlight will cause Yuxuan to stretch and grow tall, affecting its ornamental value.
3. Controlling temperature
The suitable temperature for Yuxuan to grow is between 12-32°C. If the temperature exceeds 32°C, it will enter dormancy and stop growing. If the temperature is below 12°C, it will also enter dormancy. During the dormancy period of Yuxuan, it is necessary to reduce the amount of watering, or even stop watering completely, to avoid root rot.
4. Reasonable fertilization
How to cultivate Yuxuan to achieve good condition
Succulent plants actually do not need much fertilizer, as they have a strong ability to store nutrients themselves. If you want to fertilize, it is best to apply thin fertilizer frequently, once every half month is fine. You can buy special succulent fertilizer from a flower shop, which is more expensive, and do not apply other fertilizers randomly.
5. Potting and pruning roots
Generally, it is necessary to change the potting soil for Yuxuan every two years. After two years, the soil becomes compact and the nutrients have been mostly absorbed by Yuxuan. You can use a larger pot with fertile and loose soil. When repotting, you can trim away the withered and rotten roots to allow Yuxuan to absorb nutrients better. Knowing how to cultivate the succulent plant Yuxuan, understanding the propagation method is also necessary for achieving a full pot.
II. Propagation methods of Yuxuan
1. Seed propagation
The method of seed propagation is more complicated and time-consuming, and is not recommended here. Sow Yuxuan seeds on a suitable seedbed and cover the soil with a film to keep it warm and moist, promoting seed germination. Seeds generally germinate in 7-10 days.
2. Leaf insertion propagation