How to keep the leaves of the Peace Tree evergreen all year round when cultivated at home
A series of small life knowledge, about how to keep the leaves of the Peace Tree evergreen when cultivated at home and the maintenance techniques of the Peace Tree, the editor will introduce the following.
Many people like to keep some large potted plants with festive meanings at home, which can not only decorate the home and beautify the environment but also improve the indoor air quality. The Peace Tree is a favorite indoor large ornamental leafy potted plant for many gardening enthusiasts, symbolizing "tree protecting peace." Keeping one at home can protect the house and ensure peace and safety, with a good meaning, evergreen, full of vitality.
What is the Peace Tree?
The Peace Tree, scientifically known as Cinnamomum kanehirai, is also called Red Head Islet Cinnamon or Large-leaf Cinnamon and belongs to the Lauraceae family, Lauraceae evergreen small trees. It has a tall and upright plant form, beautiful shape, ovate-oblong thick leathery leaves that are bright green, with graceful branches and leaves, making it an excellent indoor ornamental leafy plant.
Habits of the Peace Tree:
The Peace Tree prefers a warm and humid environment with sufficient sunlight, is fond of light and shade-tolerant, with a suitable temperature of 20-30°C. It is not resistant to drought, waterlogging, severe cold, and dry air. It likes loose and fertile, well-drained, organic-rich acidic sandy soil. In a greenhouse without cold wind, it can tolerate short periods of temperatures around 0°C.
The Value of the Peace Tree:
The Peace Tree has a full plant, dignified posture, dense branches and leaves, small and bright green leaves, with a metallic luster and clear visible veins, making it highly ornamental and a fine choice among indoor ornamental potted plants. Additionally, it emits a faint fragrance that can effectively reduce odors and soothe bad emotions.
How to keep the leaves of the Peace Tree evergreen all year round when cultivated at home:
The Peace Tree has the ability to purify the air, can absorb harmful substances such as carbon dioxide and dust in the air, and the volatile odors it emits can inhibit the growth of bacteria in the air, improving indoor air quality and benefiting human health. Its bark has certain medicinal properties, including functions such as expelling cold and dampness, relieving pain, and promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis.
Key Points for Maintaining the Peace Tree:
So, how should the Peace Tree, which symbolizes peace, happiness, and all things going well, be maintained? The following points should be noted in daily maintenance:
1. Potting Soil Selection:
The potted Peace Tree needs to choose loose and fertile acidic sandy soil rich in humus and well-drained. You can mix peat soil or decayed leaf soil, perlite or vermiculite, coarse river sand, and a moderate amount of base fertilizer. It is best to choose a medium-sized ceramic pot, with some陶粒 (ceramic stones) or broken tiles placed at the bottom of the pot to enhance permeability and facilitate drainage.