Hello everyone, I am a flower, today to introduce you to a very beautiful foliage plant - Xiandong turtle back bamboo.
The scientific name of the Fairy Cave Turtle Back Bamboo is Porous Turtle Back Bamboo, which is a perennial herb of the genus Turtle Back Bamboo in the family Tiannanxing, and its leaves have an extra edge compared to the Turtle Back Bamboo, so it looks like it is hollowed out. Its stem is slender and creeping.
As a plant that can climb vines, a good environment and proper maintenance can make it grow more luxuriant, the growth rate is comparable to that of green lotus, and has a very good decorative effect, let's take a look at the conservation method of the fairy cave turtle back bamboo.
First, the growth environment should be suitable
If you want to make the Xiandong turtle back bamboo grow fast, you must first create a good growth environment, because it originally grew in the tropics, so the requirements for light and temperature are quite high, and it also needs to be prepared loose and fertile soil.
1. Avoid strong light in a cool environment
Compared with turtle back bamboo, it has better shade tolerance, similarly, it is more afraid of strong light exposure, if it is put under the hot sun, as long as 1-2 hours, the leaves will be burned. Therefore, in May and September, it is necessary to shade it, or put the plant in a place where the scattered light is sufficient, so that its leaves will be more emerald green and shiny. However, when the climate is colder, you can increase the light to avoid frostbite on the plant.
2. Grow warm in summer and keep warm in winter
Xiandong turtle back bamboo prefers high temperature, the temperature is between 20-30 ° C, and the growth rate is faster. When the temperature exceeds 32 °C, the plant will enter a dormant state and stop growing. Its hardiness is poor, the seedlings can not tolerate the environment below 10 °C, the adult plant can tolerate 5 °C for a short time, and it will be frost damaged over time. Be sure to keep warm in winter and move it to a warm environment.
3. Loose and fertile and well drained
In addition to light and temperature, the loose and fertile soil is also conducive to the growth of Xiandong turtle back bamboo. Good drainage and breathability are helpful for root respiration, but also reduce the possibility of standing water, avoid problems such as bacterial breeding caused by environmental humidity, and have a certain preventive effect on pests and diseases. Generally, it can be prepared with saprophyll soil, peat soil, vermiculite and coarse sand, which can provide certain nutrients and is also conducive to the growth of roots.
Second, daily maintenance should be strict
In addition to a good environment, water and fertilizer are also important factors affecting the growth of Xiandong turtle back bamboo. At the same time, we must also pay attention to the prevention of possible diseases and insect pests, if it is really sick and insects, it needs to be treated in time to avoid worsening the situation.
1. Keep it moist and not accumulate water
The growth of xiandong turtle back bamboo is inseparable from moisture, and it prefers a humid environment. During its growing season, it is necessary to water frequently to keep the pot soil moist. But it should not be too wet, let alone have standing water, otherwise the leaves will wither and yellow, and may also lead to root rot. If the plant is placed outdoors, be sure to move indoors in advance during the rainy season, or put a canopy on it so as not to affect its growth from the rain. In winter, watering needs to be controlled to keep the soil dry.
2. Fertilization should be diligent and not thick
If the fairy cave turtle back bamboo wants to grow vigorously, it also needs to provide sufficient nutrients, and fertilization is the best way to replenish nutrients. Generally in the growth period, apply nitrogen fertilizer once a month to promote the development of branches and leaves, if the plant lacks fertilizer, the stems and branches will grow thin, the leaves will also turn yellow, and the holes on the top will be reduced. If there is too much nitrogen fertilizer, the plant will grow in vain, so be sure to control the concentration. Stop fertilizing after autumn and apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizer 1-2 times to help it survive the winter.
3, diseased insects should be prevented
During the growth process, the fairy cave turtle back bamboo may suffer from leaf spot disease, gray spot disease, and may also be eroded by mesenchymal insects. Leaf spot disease and gray spot disease can cause leaf spots to wilt, usually caused by bacteria or fungi, so some fungicides can be selected, such as bacillus and so on. Due to the hard shell on the outside, spray pesticides should not be removed, and the flowers are recommended to be captured manually, and then sprayed with stone sulfur compound to eliminate the larvae.
The above is the maintenance method of xiandong turtle back bamboo, as long as you pay attention to the environment and water and fertilizer management, the plant can soon grow very vigorously.