Do you know the characteristics of Green Bell?

The common name of Green Bell

Green bell is commonly known as pearl hanging orchid, Buddha bead, emerald bead, rosary palm, green bell.

The habit of Green Bell

Green bell is a succulent plant of the genus Compositae, and spring and autumn is its growing period.

Green bell originated in Africa, like warm, dry, sunny environment, favorite temperature is 15: 22 ℃.

Not resistant to cold, semi-overcast and drought, avoid high temperature and water dampness. Enter dormancy period when summer high temperature, appropriate shade, other seasons can be full sunshine maintenance.

The common propagation method of green bell: cutting.

Maintenance skills of Green Bell

Soil: green bell is a shallow root plant, should choose air permeability, strong drainage soil, usually choose rotten leaf soil or peat soil, fertile pastoral soil and coarse sand mixed.

Watering: the summer high temperature enters the semi-dormant state to keep the basin soil relatively dry. Keep it in the shade and keep it dry rather than wet. Move the plant to the indoor windowsill for maintenance in winter and water it once every 2-3 weeks.

Fertilization: fertilize once a month and stop in summer.

Diseases and insect pests: common diseases and insect pests: stem rot, aphids. In a hot and humid environment, it is extremely vulnerable to diseases and insect pests. Once diseased plants are found, the diseased leaves should be removed in time and sprayed with chemicals.

The breeding method of Green Bell

Cuttings: in spring, cut off strong, full branches with a length of about 8 to 10 centimeters. Lay flat on the sand bed, gently press the base of the branches to the soil or oblique to the sand bed, pour a little water to keep the soil moist, and control the room temperature for 15: 22 ℃. 15 days after insertion, the stem node can take root, and after the new leaves grow, it can be put on the pot.

Planting combination suggestion: new jade affix, Buddha nail grass.