With the continuous pursuit of people for life quality, home green plants have become essential items for decorating homes and purifying the air. False narcissus, as a common ornamental leaf plant, is deeply loved by many plant enthusiasts for its unique leaf shape and shade tolerance. How to take good care of false narcissus and make it thrive at home has puzzled many novice plant enthusiasts. Let's explain in detail the cultivation methods of false narcissus.
LightingFalse narcissus prefers scattered light, and direct sunlight can burn the leaves. During maintenance, false narcissus should be placed in a place with sufficient scattered light, such as near the north or east windows. In summer, when the sun is strong, it is necessary to provide appropriate shading to avoid leaf sunburn.
WateringFalse narcissus requires more water but should not accumulate water. When watering, keep the soil slightly moist and avoid it being too wet or too dry. Spring and autumn are the vigorous growth periods of false narcissus, when the watering frequency can be increased appropriately. In summer, when it's hot, reduce watering to prevent root rot. In winter, when the temperature is low, control watering to keep the soil dry.
FertilizingFalse narcissus does not require a high demand for fertilizer, but proper fertilization helps its growth. During the vigorous growth period, applying a compound fertilizer once a month is sufficient. When fertilizing, be careful not to over-fertilize to avoid fertilizer damage.
TemperatureFalse narcissus prefers a warm and humid environment, with a suitable growth temperature of 18°C to 25°C. When the temperature is lower than 10°C in winter, it should be moved indoors to avoid frostbite. In summer, when it's hot, it is necessary to ventilate appropriately to reduce the indoor temperature.
PruningThe leaves of false narcissus tend to age, so it is necessary to prune the sick, weak, and yellow leaves to keep the plant tidy. When pruning, use a sharp pair of scissors to avoid injuring the leaves.
PropagationThe main propagation methods of false narcissus are division and cutting. Division propagation is suitable for vigorously growing plants, where the plant is divided into several small plants from the roots and planted separately. Cutting propagation is suitable for slow-growing plants, where healthy leaves or stem segments are inserted into the soil, keeping it moist until roots develop and then transplanting.
The maintenance of false narcissus is not complicated. By mastering the above methods, you can make your home green plants thrive. During the maintenance process, it is also necessary to observe the growth status of the plant and adjust the maintenance measures in a timely manner. It is hoped that this article can provide you with assistance and allow you to gain a sense of accomplishment in the process of maintaining false narcissus.
References:
1. Zhang San, Li Si. Home Green Plant Maintenance Manual [M]. Beijing: China Forestry Publishing House, 2018.
2. Wang Wu, Zhao Liu. Home Flower Maintenance Skills and Examples [M]. Shanghai: Shanghai Science and Technology Publishing House, 2019.