Dripping观音, also known as Dripping Qilin, is a common indoor ornamental plant that is deeply loved by people for its unique growth habits and beautiful leaves. Many flower enthusiasts encounter a question in winter: Does the foliage of Dripping观音 wither? This article will reveal the changes in Dripping观音's leaves in winter and provide practical maintenance tips.
Does the foliage of the滴水观音 wither in winter?The leaves of Dripping观音 may wither in winter, but this does not mean that the plant is dead. The lower temperature in winter slows down the growth rate of Dripping观音, and the withering of leaves is a natural reaction of the plant to changes in the environment. With proper maintenance, the leaves of Dripping观音 can resume growth.
Winter maintenance tips for滴水观音1. Lower the temperature appropriately: The suitable growth temperature for Dripping观音 in winter is 15-25°C. The plant should be placed in a warm indoor environment to avoid being attacked by the cold.
2. Control watering: Dripping观音's water requirement decreases in winter, so the watering frequency should be reduced accordingly. Generally, watering once a week is sufficient to keep the soil slightly moist.
3. Maintain ventilation: Although it is necessary to keep the room warm in winter, ventilation should also be noted to avoid excessive humidity in the air, which can lead to leaf rot.
4.遮光处理: In winter, the sunlight is weak, and Dripping观音's leaves are prone to withering when exposed to direct sunlight. The plant can be placed in a place with sufficient scattered light to avoid direct sunlight.
5. Fertilizing: The growth rate of Dripping观音 is slower in winter, so the amount of fertilizer should be reduced accordingly. Applying a compound fertilizer once a month is sufficient, mainly composed of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
6. Observe leaf changes: In winter, if the leaves of Dripping观音 show withering, it is necessary to deal with it promptly. The withered leaves can be cut off to keep the plant clean, and at the same time, strengthen maintenance to help the plant recover.
The withering of Dripping观音's leaves in winter is a normal phenomenon. As long as the correct maintenance techniques are mastered, the plant can survive the cold winter. This article hopes to provide help for the majority of flower enthusiasts and allow your Dripping观音 to thrive even in winter.
References:
《Indoor Ornamental Plant Maintenance Manual》, Author: Zhang Wei, Publisher: China Forestry Publishing House, Publication Year: 2018.
Note: The content of this article is for reference only, and the specific maintenance method needs to be adjusted according to the actual situation.