Epiphyllum is an epiphytic succulent shrub belonging to the Cactaceae family. Epiphyllum is similar to the cactus finger. It is fleshy and tender green. It is not only for viewing, but also has certain medicinal value. Therefore, for False Epiphyllum, we must not only master the breeding methods of False Epiphyllum, but also know the breeding methods of False Epiphyllum.
Cultivation methods of false epiphyllum
False epiphyllum, also known as Qingming crab orchid, is similar to epiphyllum and Lingjian lotus. It is most similar in appearance to crab orchid. The breeding method of false epiphyllum is also Similar to crab claw orchid.
False county flowers prefer a semi-shady environment. In North China, 50% to 60% of the light needs to be shaded in summer, and the overwintering temperature should not be lower than 10°C. The false county flower is less resistant to high temperature and drought than the crab claw orchid. Epiphyllum pseudophylla will go dormant during high temperature and drought, and the absorption capacity of the root system will be significantly reduced.
The root system of False Epiphyllum is not very developed. Use 3 parts of peat soil or humus soil plus 1 part of sand or perlite as soil for potting False Epiphyllum.
False Epiphyllum needs sufficient water during the entire growth and flowering period to keep the pot soil moist, but avoid water accumulation in the pot. There is a dormant period of 2 to 3 weeks after the flowering period of False Epiphyllum. Water less and just keep the pot soil not completely dry. Gradually increase the amount of watering after the dormant period of epiphyllum. At the beginning, about 1 cm of the surface of the pot soil will dry out, and you can water it when the subsoil is still wet until spring. When the indoor temperature drops below 15°C in winter, you should water less to keep the pot soil from drying out. Epiphyllum pseudophylla likes moisture. In order to maintain a high air humidity, water can be sprinkled several times a day on the stands, ground, etc. around the plants.
Commonly used propagation methods of Epiphyllum pseudo-Epiphyllum
In China, Epiphyllum pseudo-Epiphyllum is widely cultivated. Like many succulent plants, Epiphyllum pseudo-Epiphyllum can be propagated through three common plants: cutting, grafting and sowing. Breeding method. Some friends don’t know much about propagation methods, so let me introduce you to the propagation methods of false epiphyllum.
1. Cuttings
Propagate the abnormal stems of Epiphyllum pseudophylla by cuttings. The soil for potting can be a mixture of 2 parts peat soil, 1 part coarse sand, and 1 part slag. False epiphyllum has the characteristics of drought tolerance, fear of waterlogging, preference for fertilizer, and fear of cold. During the dormant period, watering should be controlled and fertilizer application should be stopped to make the pot soil slightly dry.
2. Grafting
In order to cultivate an umbrella-shaped hanging plant shape and increase the ornamental value, grafting can be used for propagation. Grafting is usually carried out in spring and autumn. The most commonly used rootstocks are measuring cactus (commonly known as "three-edged arrow"), leaf cactus and flaky cactus. If you use a measuring ruler as the rootstock, attach a scion to each of the three edges; if you choose a leaf cactus or a flaky cactus as the rootstock, you can cut a slit longitudinally at the top, peel off the cortex on both sides of the base of the scion with a razor blade, and expose the xylem. Insert it into the cut of the rootstock, tie it with plastic strips and cover it with a plastic bag, and place it in a shaded place for curing. A week later, the scion still remains tall and bright green, indicating survival. Usually, 40 days after grafting, the seedling pots can be moved to the sun for normal maintenance and management.
3. Sowing
False Epiphyllum can germinate about 2-3 weeks after sowing. Sowing propagation is often used for the cultivation of new varieties. It takes 4 to 5 years from sowing to flowering. diyjucom
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