How to grow Buddha lotus

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: The Buddha Lotus likes warmth, preferably between 25-28℃. However, this is the most suitable temperature during the day. At night, it is better to be slightly lower. It does not adapt well to high or low temperatures, so it needs to be adjusted. Don't let it go above 32℃ or below 5℃.

2. Light: The Buddha Lotus is a plant that loves light very much. Only when good light is provided, its leaves will become thicker, the color will be more beautiful, and the plant shape will be more beautiful. Therefore, during its growth period, it needs to be placed in a sunny position, and it needs to be shaded if the light is too strong. In summer, it is best to shade it because it is in a dormant state.

3. Watering: The Buddha Lotus does not need much water. During its growth season, you can wait until the substrate is completely dry before adding water, and it needs to be watered thoroughly, but water must not accumulate, otherwise the roots will easily rot.

4. Fertilization: The demand for fertilizer is not too much. It can be used only in spring and autumn, generally once every 20 days or so. Compound fertilizer can be used, with a focus on phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: Since the leaves of the Buddha Lotus are very thick, it is more appropriate to use leaves as breeding materials, which is the method of cuttings. Choose the right leaves, as well as a fertile and breathable substrate. Insert the leaves into it, then water it and make sure the surrounding temperature is suitable.

2. Repotting: It is more appropriate to repot once a year. If you do not repot, it is best to loosen the soil to facilitate growth throughout the year. It is best to replace it in spring. You can prepare it with sandy soil, perlite, vermiculite, etc. and add a little base fertilizer. Right after changing the soil and potting, there should be no strong light and the plant should be placed in a place where the temperature is not too high.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Diseases: The main diseases that harm the leaves are "leaf spot" and "anthracnose", which can be treated with chlorothalonil. At the same time, the surrounding fallen leaves and leaves infected with the disease need to be cleaned up. In addition, some phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer should be used in appropriate amounts.

2. Pests: There may be "red spiders" and "aphids" in large numbers, so you can spray pesticides.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: Alocasia odora is a kind of succulent plant. It is non-toxic and can absorb harmful gases in the room.

2. Can it be grown at home? The Alocasia odora is also a succulent plant and is more suitable for being placed at home for viewing.