Mangosteen cultivation methods and precautions

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: Mangosteen prefers slightly higher temperatures. Specifically, it grows most vigorously between 25 and 35 degrees. If the temperature is around 20 degrees, it can basically meet the conditions for its growth. In summer, the temperature should not exceed 35 degrees. In winter, the temperature must not be lower than five degrees, otherwise you will easily get cold.

2. Watering: During the growth period of mangosteen, it needs more water. However, even during the growth period, it is best not to allow water to accumulate. In winter, you should not completely stop watering the plants. When the temperature is suitable, you also need to replenish water in time.

3. Light: Mangosteen prefers weak light, strong light is not suitable for it. Specifically, the degree of shading is preferably between 40 and 75 percent. Of course, it can also be placed directly in a semi-shaded position.

4. Soil: Its requirements for soil are reflected in nutrition, drainage and pH. It is better to choose fertile, well-drained and slightly acidic soil.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: It can be propagated by cuttings. You can cut a strong branch about eight to ten centimeters long, and then. Then, sandy soil can be used as the substrate. After the wounds on the branches have dried, you can start cuttings. After cutting, water it lightly and place it in a cool place.

2. Repotting: Since it has certain requirements for the soil, it is best to repot it regularly. It can be once every two years or once every three years. If the soil quality is poor and the clumping phenomenon is very serious, it can be replaced in time. The flower pots can also be replaced. Pruning can also be done in conjunction with repotting.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Diseases: Mangosteen has relatively few diseases. Occasionally, diseases that damage the leaves may occur, such as "leaf blight". Generally speaking, spraying the medicine two or three times will be enough to cure it.

2. Pests: Compared with diseases, pests are more likely to appear. For example, mealybugs will threaten the tenderer leaves. It can be prevented by using aphid-repelling mist. There are also "thrips" and other insects, which can be sprayed with dichlorvos.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: The mangosteen plant is not poisonous and its fruit is edible. The core of the fruit is also non-toxic.

2. Can it be grown at home: Its potted plants can be grown at home. When the fruit is ripe, it is quite ornamental.