Cultivation methods and precautions of Yunnan Paris polyphylla

1. Soil

Paris polyphylla grows well in slightly acidic humus soil or red soil with good permeability, and is not suitable for growing in heavy clay soil that is prone to waterlogging and compaction. During the breeding period, you can add some river sand, leaf mold and black mountain mud.

2. Lighting

It is suitable for growing in shaded places, avoid direct sunlight, and can be planted in moist shaded areas and in weedy places. In summer, appropriate shade is needed to avoid strong light that may cause the leaves to wither.

3. Temperature

It grows well in cool environments and is not cold-tolerant. Generally, the temperature in summer, spring and autumn is best kept at 16-23℃, and it should not be lower than 8℃ in winter. During the high temperatures in summer, shade is needed to cool down the plant, while during the low temperatures in winter, warming measures need to be taken to avoid affecting its normal growth.

4. Watering

It likes a shady and humid environment, and needs to be watered as soon as the soil is dry. Each time you water it, make sure it is watered thoroughly, and there should be no water accumulation to avoid damage to the root system. In summer, spring and autumn, water the plants every 2 days, and in winter, water them once every 4-7 days.

5. Fertilization

It likes fertilizer, and during the growth period, mainly some organic fertilizers are applied, such as decomposed farm manure, livestock manure, wood ash, etc. It is forbidden to use human feces and urine. Organic fertilizer should be composted for more than 3 months before application to ensure full decomposition. It is best to apply top dressing in mid-May and late August, once each time, and you can also apply some trace element fertilizers in combination. Fertilization can be applied by broadcasting or diluting with water. Watering is required once after application or before the rain.