Breeding methods and precautions for Trichosanthes niger

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1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

Lighting: It prefers a maintenance environment with good lighting conditions. It is best to breed it in a place with good lighting. Water replenishment: Just keep the soil slightly moist at ordinary times, and do not allow water accumulation under the premise of giving enough water. Fertilizer: During the growth period, the demand for nutrients is relatively large. Basically, fertilizing once every half month is enough. Soil: It is best to use loose soil for it. The rich nutrient content is of great benefit to its growth.

1. Maintenance methods

1. Light: Trichosanthes likes sunlight, so in order to make it grow better, it needs to be maintained in a place with good light.

2. Water replenishment: During the maintenance of Trichosanthis, the soil should be kept slightly moist and should not be overwatered. Water enough before the beginning of winter to avoid dryness and freezing.

3. Fertilization: During its vigorous growth period, it should Supplement it with fertilizer reasonably, usually every 15 days or once a month. Note that fertilizers that are too concentrated or have not been decomposed should not be used.

4. Soil: When breeding, the soil used must be suitable. Fertile and loose soil should be used, preferably rich in humus, and best if it has good drainage.

2. Breeding skills

1 . Sowing and propagation: Collect seeds in autumn, dry them in the sun and store them, and then sow them in the next spring. The seeds must be fresh so that their germination rate will be higher. Just wait patiently for them to germinate after sowing.

2. Propagation by cuttings: It should be carried out from June to July in summer. Strong-growing branches should be selected, and the length should be controlled at about 10cm. Keep 2-4 pairs of leaves on the branches, then insert them half deep into the soil and moisturize them properly. Roots will grow in about a month.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1 , Disease: The main disease that attacks Trichosanthes niger is fungal disease. In the early stages of its onset, medication must be administered as soon as possible. Wettable powder can be used for spraying.

2. Pests: Mainly include aphids, scale insects, and red spiders. Different pesticides use different pesticides. For scale insects, dichlorvos can be used to kill them; for red spider mites and aphids, dimethoate can be used to kill them.

IV. Other questions

1 . How to spend the winter: It cannot withstand low temperature environments. It needs to be protected from freezing in winter. It is best to place it indoors with leeward wind and a good lighting environment.

2. Repotting time: In the process of maintaining Trichosanthes chinensis, the pot should be changed every 1-3 years, which can give the plant more space to grow. Repotting is usually done in late spring or early autumn, and should not be done in seasons that are too cold or too hot.

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