How to cultivate Chunmengdianjin

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: It likes warmth, which can be between 18 and 25 degrees. It is a variety that is not cold-resistant, so try to keep the temperature around 15 degrees in winter. In addition, it will hibernate when it is too hot in summer, so try not to exceed 35 degrees.

2. Light: Chunmengdianjin likes light. Good light will make its leaves fuller and grow faster. Except for summer, shading is generally not necessary in other seasons, and sufficient sunlight time must be ensured. In summer, you need to move it or use appropriate tools to shade it to prevent it from being sunburned.

3. Watering: It is very drought-resistant, but not water-resistant, so you only need to supplement it appropriately. You can water it once a week or so, or you can skip watering and just use spray instead. However, it is better to keep it slightly dry in winter.

4. Fertilization: Generally speaking, fertilizer is needed during the growing season, and it is better to apply it once a month. You don't need too much, it can be determined according to the size of the plant.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Reproduction: You can use the sowing method, which is more suitable in May or June. You need to choose thick and healthy leaves, and the length should be about three or four centimeters. After cutting, let it dry first and then cut it into cuttings. Sand can be used as the substrate. After insertion, do not water too much, just keep it slightly moist. It will take root after about twenty-one to twenty-seven days.

2. Repotting: Try to do it once a year, and it can be done in spring every year. However, sometimes when the plant is seriously ill, it is necessary to repot it immediately as an auxiliary method of preventing and controlling the disease. When repotting, you can use sandy soil, perlite, vermiculite and other materials.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Disease: The most important disease is "anthracnose", which threatens a very wide range and causes serious damage to the leaves. The infected leaves need to be cut off in time and then sprayed with chlorothalonil. Some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can also be used.

2. Pests: Whiteflies and aphids are common, which can be controlled with omethoate solution.

IV. Other issues

1. Toxicity: Chunmengdian Brocade is non-toxic and harmless.

2. Can it be grown at home?: Chunmengdianjin is also a kind of succulent, which is very suitable for viewing at home and is relatively easy to maintain.