Seed price and planting method of epiphyllum

Epiphyllum, also known as Qionghua, Ghost Flower, Weituo Flower, etc., is an epiphytic fleshy shrub of the cactus family. It is native to the tropical desert from America, Mexico to Brazil, and enjoys the reputation of "beauty under the moon". The whole flowering process takes only about 4 hours, so it is said that it is "a flash in the pan". Now it is commonly cultivated in various provinces and regions of our country. Let's take a look at the seed price and planting method of epiphyllum.

How much is an epiphyllum seed?

The price of epiphyllum seed is about 0.1-0.2 yuan per seed, but it varies according to seed quality, variety and market. After the epiphyllum blossoms, it will bear a lot of seeds. After collecting the seeds, soak them in water and plant them when the shell is soft. The soil should be kept moist. Generally, the seeds can germinate about 2-3 weeks after sowing. However, the growth of epiphyllum is slow, and it takes 4-5 years from sowing to flowering to be used for cross breeding, and cutting method is often used for production and cultivation.

Growth habits of epiphyllum

The main results are as follows: 1. Soil: the epiphyllum is loose, fertile and well drained. 2 parts of peat soil, 1 part of coarse sand and 1 part of slag mixed soil can be selected in pot cultivation, and sufficient base fertilizer can be applied.

2. Humidity: epiphyllum is a negative plant. Potted Lilium can be placed under the shade or under the eaves in summer, but it is necessary to avoid Rain Water dripping, so as not to cause the plant to dump and affect its growth.

3. Temperature: epiphyllum does not require high temperature. In spring and summer, the suitable temperature for its growth is 21: 24 ℃ during the day and 16: 18 ℃ at night. In winter, the temperature should be kept in the sunny place in the greenhouse, and the temperature should be kept at 10: 13 ℃.

4. Lighting: epiphyllum likes sunshine and warm environment. But also should not be exposed to the sun, the summer sun should be placed under the shade grid maintenance, or put in the place where there is no direct light cultivation.

Planting methods of epiphyllum

1. Soil: epiphyllum culture does not have high requirements for soil, but the basin soil should be a slightly acidic sandy soil rich in humus, good drainage performance, loose and fertile, otherwise it is easy to rett the roots. the common soil can choose the mixture of 2 parts of peat soil, 1 part of coarse sand and 1 part of slag.

2, lighting: epiphyllum like semi-shade, spring and autumn put outdoor semi-shade training, to prevent direct sunlight, summer should be put indoor bright light, well-ventilated place, can also be placed on the north balcony or tree shade, but to avoid strong light exposure.

3. Watering: watering of epiphyllum in spring and autumn should be dry and wet, and watering in summer should be more appropriate, but there should be no stagnant water in the basin, otherwise the roots are easy to rot. Spray fresh water on the plant every morning and evening in hot and dry weather to increase air humidity to facilitate growth and flowering.

4. Fertilization: epiphyllum prefers fertilizer, and it is better to use rotten organic fertilizer plus a small amount of bone meal or superphosphate. Thin cake fertilizer and water are applied every half a month during the growing period, and 0.2% potassium dihydrogen phosphate is applied after budding, and then liquid fertilizer is applied twice after blooming.

5. Pruning: proper pruning of epiphyllum can keep the overall beauty of epiphyllum. Generally, the old branches should be removed in time after flowering, the weak buds at the top and upper parts of abnormal stems should be removed, and the strong buds in the middle and lower parts should be retained. At the same time, epiphyllum should set up pillars because the leafy stems are weak.

Points for attention of epiphyllum

1. Epiphyllum is not tolerant to the cold. Before "Frosts Descent" (mid-October), epiphyllum needs to move indoors for the winter. The suitable temperature for overwintering is about 15 ℃ at room temperature, and it can survive the winter safely even if it is maintained above 5 ℃.

2. Although epiphyllum likes the sun, it is also afraid of the hot sun, which will make the stems and branches yellow. the summer temperature should not exceed 35 ℃, otherwise it is easy to wither the plant and cause harm such as shell insects.

3. Epiphyllum in winter indoor watering must control the amount of water, basin soil with dry is appropriate, generally 10-15 days watering, can be carried out at noon in sunny days, when cold should stop watering.