Houttuynia cordata, also known as Houttuynia cordata root, what is the planting method?

Houttuynia cordata Thunb, also known as folded ear root, is a cold dish that everyone can't do without in Guizhou, and it is also the most common traditional Chinese medicine. The medicinal value and economic value of Houttuynia cordata Thunb are not low. So what is the planting method of Houttuynia cordata? Next, the editor of Tuliu.com will talk to you about it.

I. planting methods

1. Ramet

Ramet planting is usually done during the period from late Sanya to early April, when ramets are dug out from mother plants with ramets and transplanted to our pre-arranged seedbed or sandy soil, or directly planted in flowerpots.

2. Cuttings

That is, cut long healthy and strong branches from the mother plant, operate in summer, select healthy and strong branches with node length, cut off about 14 centimeters, cut them in flowerpots, or press and hold the spacing between 10cm and 16cm in the field.

3. Rhizome propagation

Rhizome propagation is to choose the disease-free white sturdy root on the old plant, because the rhizome of Houttuynia cordata is a long one, and there are many other bifurcations on it. we cut it into small segments with more than two nodes or equal parts of the root, and plant them in the field, and after they grow up and raise seedlings successfully, we can choose to transplant and fix the seedlings.

Second, growth conditions

1. Although the vitality of Houttuynia cordata is very strong, if we want to have a high yield, we should take care of it according to its suitable planting method. First of all, we should choose the flat land in Xiangyang and apply a layer of mature fertilizer or organic fertilizer on it. After deep ploughing into the field, we will be exposed to sterilization in the sun for a few days.

2. After the end, carry out fine ploughing with a hoe and a leaky rake, smash a large piece of soil, then rake the ground flat with a leaky rake, and then dig a shallow and narrow drainage ditch around the countryside, leaving a ridge of suitable width in a suitable position to facilitate our daily management work in the future.

III. Field management

1. After planting the seeds in the field, in order to ensure their better survival, we should water them every morning and evening, and keep the border soil moist all the time.

2. Then it is found that weeds should be cut off in time to avoid affecting the normal growth of seedlings. When it begins to seal the soil after it has survived, apply organic fertilizer once with the soil seal, and then pour enough water again.

3. Generally, Houttuynia cordata can be harvested in autumn if it is planted in spring. Fertilizer should be applied after harvest to facilitate the next harvest or to help it provide nutrients during the winter. Then put a layer of soil on the root of the plant to help it stay warm during the winter, or directly pull on a thick plastic film, but pay attention to ventilation.

4. In the process of its growth, it is inevitable to encounter dense and numerous shoots. At this time, it is necessary to prune in time and pinch off the excess bud core. Do not let Houttuynia cordata grow too high, just let it send more side branches.

IV. Harvesting and processing

After successfully planting Houttuynia cordata Thunb, its young leaves can be picked when the seedlings grow to about 8cm to 10cm. The harvest cycle of the young leaves is relatively long. Generally, a batch of young leaves can be harvested in more than ten days. The picked young leaves can be dried in the sun or sold on the market directly. The underground stems can not mature and have medicinal properties until half a year after the survival of the catheter, and can be excavated and harvested in time according to the needs of the market. After washing the soil to remove impurities, it can be dried or pickled and put on the market for sale.

All right, the above is the planting method of Houttuynia cordata brought by the editor of Tuliu.com. I hope you can like it. If you like, please pay attention to Tuliu.com and then go. I'll see you next time.