Overview of wild meat plants The characteristics of wild meat plants The value of wild meat plants The conservation of wild meat plants In the vast nature, there is a unique plant group. They are famous for their thick and juicy fleshy leaves. This is what we often call meat plants. Among many meat plants, wild meat plants have attracted much attention because of their rarity and uniqueness. This article will take you into the embrace of nature and explore those wild meat plants together. Overview of wild meat plants Wild meat plants, as the name suggests, refer to succulent plants that grow in natural environments. They usually grow in arid, semi-arid or high-altitude areas and have strong drought tolerance. According to the "Flora of China", there are many kinds of wild meat plants in my country, including many families and genera such as Crassulaceae, Cactus, and Euphorbiaceae. Characteristics of wild meat plants 1. Succulent leaves: The most prominent feature of wild meat plants is their plump and juicy leaves, which help store water to cope with arid environments.
2. Drought tolerance: Wild fleshy plants adapt to arid environments and have strong drought tolerance. They can survive even under water shortages.
3. Unique form: Wild fleshy plants have different shapes. Some have cylindrical leaves, some are flat, and some have thorns on the edges of the leaves, which are of great ornamental value. The value of wild meat plants 1. Ornamental value: Wild meat plants have become a favorite for gardening enthusiasts because of their unique form and color. They can be used to green and beautify homes, parks, scenic spots and other places.
2. Scientific research value: Research on wild fleshy plants will help reveal the mechanism of plants adapting to arid environments and provide theoretical basis for the protection and utilization of plant resources in arid areas of my country.
3. Economic value: Wild meat plants have high medicinal value, such as cactus, sedum, etc., and can be used to treat a variety of diseases. Conservation of wild meat plants 1. Light: Wild meat plants like sunny environments and should be placed in sunny places.
2. Watering: Wild fleshy plants are drought-tolerant, so watering should not be too much to avoid root rot. During the growing season, the soil can be kept slightly moist.
3. Fertilization: Wild meat plants do not have high demand for fertilizers, so appropriate amounts of compound fertilizers can be applied.
Wild fleshy plants are unique treasures given to us by nature. They grow tenaciously in arid environments and add infinite color to our lives. While appreciating and maintaining these plants, we must also pay attention to their living environment and jointly protect this precious natural resource.
References: [1] Flora of China [2] Meat Plant Conservation Manual [3] Protection and Utilization of Wild Plant Resources