How to reproduce water banyan

Water figs are native to tropical freshwater waters in western Africa. It is cultivated in aquariums all over China. Water fig more tolerant shade, in the absence of direct sunlight bright place can also grow well, then how does water fig reproduction?

How does water reproduce?

Water fig to cuttage propagation mainly, but also can be divided into plants, tissue culture and other methods for seedling. The cuttage of water fig is very easy, use stem-tip as material more, survival rate is very high.

2. How to raise water fig?

1. water quality

The water fig likes a slightly harder water quality. If the water quality is too soft, it will affect the growth of the water fig. Water should be added with appropriate lime to prevent its roots from rotting and so on.

2. illumination

The right amount of light can make the water fig grow stronger, but avoid the sun. Because strong light irradiation water fig leaves will appear yellow, withered phenomenon. Under normal circumstances, it is OK to bask in the sun every morning and evening.

3. change the water

Water fig generally changes water once every two days. It is recommended that the water changed every time should not cover the roots of the plant, because it will affect the respiration of the roots and is unfavorable to its growth.

4. fertilization

The growth speed of water fig is relatively fast, and it is difficult to meet its needs by natural nutrients in water alone, so fertilizer needs to be applied every half month. Fertilizers should choose nutrient solutions with small side effects and easy absorption.

Water fig is amphibious. It is often used for indoor water greening in cultivation. It is a good material for decorating glass, glass tank, glass bottle and other containers. It can also be used as a prospect grass for aquarium cultivation.