Where does Cistanche deserticola grow?

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1. Place of growth

2. How to reproduce and grow

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Cistanche deserticola generally grows in Susuo forests by lakes or in sandy areas. It is parasitic on the roots of Suosuo plants and also on tamarisk. It is mainly distributed in Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, Qinghai, Gansu and other northwest regions. . You can choose to propagate by sowing in spring or autumn, sow the seeds on the seedbed, and then pay attention to maintenance.

1. Place of growth

1. Where it grows

Cistanche deserticola is a perennial herb. Its stems are fleshy and thick, so it can withstand drought. It usually grows in lakeside or sandy forests, and is parasitic on The roots of this plant will also parasitize on tamarisks to absorb nutrients. It is mainly distributed in northwest regions such as Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, Qinghai, and Gansu. Its growth habit is also in line with the local climate conditions. Generally, it is dug out in the spring when it is just unearthed or before it is unearthed, the inflorescences are removed, cut into sections, and then dried to make medicinal materials.

2. How to reproduce and grow

1. Time: Choose to sow in spring or autumn, which is just suitable for its growth and the climate conditions are very suitable.

2. Seedbed: Choose the east side of Zosuo Forest , please note that it must be wild. Dig a seedbed about 1-2 meters long and 50-80cm deep at a distance of about 50-80cm from it.

3. Sowing: Select the seeds and sow them on the seedbed, apply enough base fertilizer on top, you can use fermented organic fertilizer, such as cow dung, etc., and then cover with 30-40cm of soil.

4. Maintenance: After sowing, spray water to keep it moist. This will induce the host's roots to extend into the seedbed, and a small amount will be unearthed in the second year.

2. How to reproduce and grow

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