Cultivation of Hei Pi Yue Jie
This article introduces the related knowledge of cultivating Hei Pi Yue Jie at home. For the cultivation of Hei Pi Yue Jie, let's take a look at a flower enthusiast's experience. Hei Pi Yue Jie is relatively easy to raise compared to 12 and Sedum, with a temperature tolerance of 0-40 degrees Celsius (short periods of zero degrees are acceptable, but long-term exposure has not been tried). It prefers a ventilated and humid environment and dislikes humid and suffocating conditions (approximately 40% humidity is considered humid, while 60% is moist). Let's try to understand this roughly.
Selection of Pots and Planting:
It is recommended to use pots with good breathability, such as ceramic or purple sand. Upon receiving the plant, check for any hollow areas and clean them with tools like toothpicks or cotton swabs to prevent pest infestations. Place some pest prevention medicine in the hollow parts. After the plant arrives, do not pot it immediately. Place it in a shaded and well-ventilated area for 1-5 days to dry. After potting, it is advisable to water it after a week and avoid direct sunlight immediately, gradually increasing the light exposure.
Many purchased Hei Pi Yue Jie plants may have wounds, but as long as the wounds are completely dry, they will heal.
Revival Conditions:
1. Temperature: Around 15 degrees Celsius. Whether it's spring or autumn, Hei Pi Yue Jie will revive if the temperature is suitable. Most indoor-grown plants revive in autumn, wither in spring, and dormancy in summer.
2. Humidity: Maintain the soil in a state before it completely dries out (don't ask me about the wet-dry cycle).
3. Even if the conditions are met, the plant may fail to revive due to reasons like injury, soil mixture, or environmental changes. As long as the stems are not soft and not completely withered, it is not dead. In special cases, the dormancy period may last 1-2 years.
Light: It does not require strong light and can grow with both strong and weak light. It can also grow leaves and flowers in diffused light or normal sunlight. After the leaves sprout, control watering to prevent the leaves from becoming elongated.
Soil Mixture: Hei Pi Yue Jie is not very demanding with soil quality and can be cultivated in various types of soil. It is recommended to use a mixture of granular soil and peat. In southern regions with more rainfall, the proportion of peat should not exceed 20%, while in the north, it can be increased accordingly.
Watering: Watering is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It is generally about maintaining moisture. In the north, you can be more rough, with outdoor cultivation and exposure to rain. In the south, it is not recommended to expose the plant to rain and it's best to water it yourself to control the humidity. Avoid direct sunlight after rain, as it may lead to root rot.
Growth Rate: The growth rate of YS is relatively slow, about one centimeter per year. I have not tried propagation, so I'm not sure.
Propagation: It can be propagated through cuttings, requiring a certain temperature and humidity.
Flowering Management: Avoid significant changes in the environment during flowering (such as moving it from indoors to outdoors). With normal management, it will generally bloom. The principle is cross-pollination, as self-pollination within the same plant has a very low success rate.
Pests and Diseases:
Insects: Various pest control medicines can be used. Prevention is key in spring and autumn. If pest infestations are found, deal with them promptly. Hei Pi Yue Jie is relatively resistant.
Diseases: Often, experts recommend cutting off Hei Pi Yue Jie with sprouts because the roots have turned black, and many people praise them for their ability to cure it. I just want to say, are you kidding me? Do you even know the word "black"? As long as the Hei Pi Yue Jie is not soft and not rotting, it is fine. Don't keep checking the roots by pulling them out. The more you interfere, the faster they die. If you don't do anything silly, they won't die.
Some Hei Pi Yue Jie may have skin cracking, which is normal. Please understand it as peeling, not all cracks are caused by pests or diseases. It takes 1-2 years for the skin to fully recover, and the plant will be明显 more robust after recovery.
If you find that the Hei Pi Yue Jie is soft, rotten, or withered, nine out of ten times it's beyond saving. Cut off the rotten part, let it dry, and propagate it through cuttings.
Summary: Water less, ventilate more.
The above content introduces the complete care of Hei Pi Yue Jie for your comprehensive understanding and reference!