Is the evergreen potted rubber tree poisonous? What is the correct planting method?

Rubber tree is very small, green leaves, evergreen all the year round, is a great ornamental value of foliage plants. Commonly seen in indoor layout or in front of buildings, can play a certain decorative role. At the same time, rubber tree potted plants can also play a role in purifying the air indoors, which is one of the reasons why many people like it. Rubber tree potted plant as the first choice for home decoration, but also relatively easy to maintain, do not need to spend too much time to take care of it. Is that potted rubber tree poisonous? What is the correct planting method?

Are potted rubber trees poisonous?

First of all, the juice of potted rubber trees is poisonous, but the whole plant does not emit poisonous gases, and in general, we do not touch its juice, as long as we do not pick its leaves or accidentally scrape them, there will be no poisoning.

Although the rubber tree is poisonous, it is really good at purifying the air, which is nothing compared to its toxicity.

With the fast pace of modern life, air quality, dust and other pollution problems appear frequently, affecting people's quality of life and health, rubber tree can play a good role at this time.

Rubber trees can absorb harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and hydrogen fluoride in the air, improve air quality and regulate air humidity. Whether it is to put potted rubber trees in the home, in the office, or in front of residential buildings, flower beds, or by the road, it is a good choice, which can not only enhance beauty, but also improve air quality, why not raise a pot?

However, we still have to remind everyone that in the process of care, we should still be careful not to get its juice into our hands. Families with children should also explain clearly that they are not allowed to pick or touch them. In case something bad happens, seek medical attention in time.

II. Correct planting methods and matters needing attention of rubber trees

(1) planting methods of rubber trees

1. Temperature. Rubber trees like to grow in relatively high temperatures, and grow best at 20-30 ℃, so we usually choose summer or autumn to plant.

2. Soil. Rubber trees also have high requirements for soil, generally fertile, loose, slightly acidic soil is the most suitable.

3. Light. Unlike other potted plants, rubber trees like direct sunlight, so it's okay to put them on the balcony. When the sun is not strong, it is also guaranteed to have about 4 hours of light every day.

4. Fertilization. In addition to ensuring the base fertilizer, timely topdressing is also necessary. In order not to affect the leaf spacing, remember not to apply too much nitrogen fertilizer, so as not to affect the shape of the whole rubber tree.

5. Watering. Rubber trees are not resistant to drought. In summer, it is necessary to keep the basin soil moist, basically watering every day. In spring and autumn, as long as the basin soil is moist to enhance the air humidity around the leaves, you can spray the right amount of water on the page; in winter, it is better to keep the basin soil moist and dry.

6. Pruning. The purpose of pruning is to prevent excessive density from affecting the light and nutrient absorption of the whole rubber water. We can delete senescent and dry branches, branches that are too small or grow inward, and if the whole rubber tree is too large compared to the pot, it can be cut shorter as a whole.

(2) points for attention in planting rubber trees

1, the rubber tree plant contains white milk, if it is easy to flow out when pruning, it is necessary to pay attention to the loss of too much juice resulting in death, and plug the incision in time after pruning.

2. If the rubber tree is higher than 35 ℃ in summer, it should be moved to a place of ventilation and shade, and timely watering to cool down. If it is less than 5 ℃ in winter, the leaves are likely to yellowing and falling off, so in order to ensure their growth, they should be moved to a sunny place indoors.

3. It is best to change the basin before sprouting in spring every year to prevent the soil hardening caused by the excessive growth of its roots, which can easily lead to the death of rubber trees.

To sum up, although the rubber tree is poisonous, but the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, it can decorate and purify the air, as long as we are more careful in the maintenance process. Rubber tree planting method is also relatively simple, pay attention to temperature, light, soil, moisture, fertilizer, pruning and other six major problems, you can also raise a beautiful rubber tree.