How to pollinate the succulent plant snow lotus

Pollination mechanism of the succulent plant Saussurea

When cultivating the succulent plant snow lotus, it generally has to bloom before pollination and seed formation. Generally, the plant will bloom after being cultivated for more than 2 years, and pollination is only possible at this time. ,

The flowers of snow lotus are inverted bell-shaped and are usually not fully open when blooming. The taller part in the middle of the flower is the pistil, and the yellow part is the stamen. The best time for pollination is when the pistil is exposed.

The pollination process of the succulent plant snow lotus

First, when it is suitable for pollination, remove the petals of the snow lotus along with the pollen and discard the petals. Separate the petals and pollen and dip them onto a toothpick.

Dip the pollen on the toothpick into the nectar, making sure to apply as much as possible to increase the chances of successful pollination.

After successful pollination, you can wait for the snow lotus to slowly produce seeds.