How to Care for Brazilian Wood
A brief knowledge sharing on how to properly care for Brazilian Wood and the correct cultivation techniques for potted Brazilian Wood in the field of green plants and flowers, next our editor will introduce.
The scientific name of Brazilian Wood is Dracaena fragrans, a perennial tree or shrub of the Dracaena genus. It is native to Africa and is now widely planted throughout China. It is one of the important decorative plants indoors and is often seen in communities, parks, and other places. Today, we will popularize the cultivation methods and precautions for potted Brazilian Wood.
I. Cultivation Methods for Potted Brazilian Wood
1. Soil Selection
When it comes to soil, the requirements for Brazilian Wood are not very high, but if you want to cultivate it better, it is recommended to choose loose, fertile, and well-draining soil.
2. Water and Fertilizer Management
Brazilian Wood has good drought resistance, but the potting soil should be kept moist during the watering season. For home potted plants, it is generally recommended to follow the principle of "watering when dry and watering thoroughly." During the growing period, you can spray the leaves with a nutrient solution diluted 100 times every half month to supplement nutrients.
II. Precautions for Cultivating Potted Brazilian Wood
1. Temperature
Brazilian Wood prefers to grow in a warm and humid environment. The most suitable temperature for its growth is between 18 and 25 degrees Celsius. It is important to note that if the cultivation temperature drops below 13 degrees Celsius, the Brazilian Wood will stop growing and needs to be kept above 6 degrees Celsius to survive the winter safely.
2. Disease and Pest Control
Brazilian Wood is prone to scale insects and red spider mites. In such cases, you can spray a solution of 1000 times dilution of carbaryl or 80% diazinon 1000 times dilution for control.
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