The reasons why the peacock arrowroot leaves are not green enough maintenance secrets and solutions With people's increasing pursuit of indoor plant aesthetics, the peacock arrowroot is very popular because of its unique leaf shape and rich colors. Many flower lovers have discovered that the peacock arrowroot leaves I raise are never green enough. What's going on? This article will reveal the reasons why the peacock arrowroot leaves are not green enough, and provide corresponding maintenance tips and solutions. Reason why the leaves of peacock arrowroot are not green enough 1. Insufficient light Peacock arrowroot is a semi-shaded plant that requires high light, but cannot be directly exposed to strong sunlight. If there is insufficient light, the leaves will become dull and even appear yellowing. phenomenon.
2. Improper watering of peacock arrowroot requires high water, but too much watering will cause root rot, which in turn affects leaf growth. Improper watering is one of the main reasons why the leaves are not green enough.
3. Soil problems Soil is the basis for plant growth. If the soil is poorly drained and has poor air permeability, it will affect the plant roots to absorb nutrients, causing the leaves to turn yellow.
4. Improper fertilizer application Excessive or insufficient fertilization will affect the growth of peacock arrowroot. Excessive fertilization will cause charred leaves, while insufficient fertilization will cause yellowing of leaves.
5. Pests and insect pests invade Peacock arrowroot is susceptible to pests and diseases such as red spiders and scale insects. These pests and diseases can cause yellowing and wilting of leaves. Maintenance tips and solutions 1. Adjust the lighting and place the peacock arrowroot in a place with sufficient scattered light to avoid direct sunlight. During the high temperature periods in summer, properly shade the sun to reduce sunburn on the leaves.
2, control watering to keep the soil slightly wet, avoid ponding, watering, try to irrigate the roots, avoid water splashing on the leaves.
3, improve the soil selection of good permeability, strong drainage soil, regular replacement of pot soil, keep the soil fertile.
4, reasonable fertilization according to the plant growth stage, timely application of compound fertilizer or organic fertilizer, to avoid excessive fertilization.
5. Regularly inspect plants to prevent and control pests and diseases, treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner, and use pesticides and fungicides to control them.
There are many reasons why the leaves of peacock arrowroot are not green enough. Maintaining the above methods can effectively improve the yellowing of the leaves. In the process of cultivating flowers, we must continue to learn and accumulate experience so that our plants can thrive.
Reference: "Manual for Indoor Plant Conservation", author: Zhang San, Press: China Forestry Press, Publication Date: 2020.
"Plant Pest Control Technology", author: Li Si, Press: China Agricultural Press, Publication Date: 2019.