How to care for Mingyue
Today's sharing: knowledge about the succulent plant Mingyue, how to care for Mingyue, details are as follows:
Mingyue is a succulent plant belonging to the Crassula family. It looks similar to Huangli, but there are some differences in their leaves. Huangli leaves are shorter and thicker. Mingyue leaves have a waxy surface, and the edges may show a slight pink or yellow-red under sunlight (when water is scarce). The leaves will show distinct red on both sides in winter with large temperature differences, usually green to yellow in color, with the color bands on both sides not very obvious. Mingyue has different colors at each growth stage, making it quite pleasant to look at.
Mingyue plants easily grow lateral branches, which also grow rapidly. In the absence of light, the leaves of the plant will stretch out, creating a large distance between the leaves, making them thinner and not very yellow. Mingyue is a variety that easily grows tall and leggy. To make the leaves dense and golden in color, it needs strong sunlight. Otherwise, it will grow leggy with water and the color won't show. However, Mingyue is very easy to shape into an old tree form. The flowers of Mingyue are white, with scattered clusters of inflorescences, each flower having five petals and facing upwards.
Mingyue propagation mainly relies on lateral buds, leaf cuttings, and topping. After topping, new buds grow from the remaining stem roots to continue the lineage. It easily grows lateral buds with a high survival rate. Leaf cuttings can yield a large number of seedlings, making it the first choice for greenhouse propagation. I have never tried播种 (播种 means sowing seeds). Spring is the season when lateral buds burst, and this is the fastest growing period for propagation. It can be propagated all year round; small leaves can grow into independent plants when placed on or inserted into the soil surface.
Plant care case:
Kite uses a mixture of peat and coal cinder for the soil, with a ratio of 3:7. Mingyue is a very easy-to-grow variety, and it can be well cared for even in garden soil, so there is no special soil mixture. Watering is done only when the soil is completely dry.
In winter, when the temperature is below 5 degrees, gradually reduce watering. Below 3 degrees, keep the potting soil dry and try to maintain a temperature not lower than minus 3 degrees. This way, it can safely survive the winter. Excessive water in the cold winter can cause root rot. When watering, try to water the soil, and the leaves can be frequently washed when the weather is good and there is adequate ventilation, keeping the leaves clean. Actually, Mingyue is very easy to care for and is one of the preferred varieties for beginners to practice with.
The above introduction to how to care for Mingyue is for reference and suggestion.