A complete list of breeding methods and precautions for cycads

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1. Maintenance methods

2. Breeding skills

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

4. Other issues

Temperature: It can be between 20 and 28 degrees, and it needs to be around 10 degrees in winter. Lighting: Placing it in a place with astigmatism can meet the requirements, and a semi-shady place can also be used. Watering: Appropriate amount of watering is required, and you can water more during the growth period. Soil: It has requirements for nutrients, ventilation and drainage. Repot: Repot at least once every five years. Pruning: Pruning is usually done in spring.

1. Maintenance methods

1. Temperature: Cycads like warmth. Generally speaking, between 20 and 28 degrees is most suitable. Its cold tolerance is not very good. Therefore, in winter, you need to pay attention to cold protection. Try to keep it around ten degrees, which is relatively safer.

2. Light: Cycad is a light-loving plant. However, it is also somewhat shade tolerant. Therefore, it is okay to place it in a semi-shaded place or a place with astigmatism. However, don't put it in a completely dark place, and don't put it in a bright light.

3. Watering: Cycads have certain drought tolerance , and it is afraid of waterlogging. During its growth stage, you can water it more appropriately to promote its growth. You don’t need to water too much in winter.

4. Soil: Cycads have some requirements for soil, such as Nutrition, breathability and drainage, etc. Good soil quality helps with its growth rate.

2. Breeding skills

1 1. Change the pot: It needs to be changed at least once every five years. You can choose humus soil as the main soil, and then mix some base fertilizers, such as bone meal, into it. When changing pots, it is best to choose a time when the temperature is suitable, preferably around fifteen degrees. Generally speaking, it's good in spring and fall. In addition, the aging roots must be cut off.

2. Pruning: When the height of the plant reaches fifty When the growth reaches about 10cm, the aging leaves need to be cut off. After that, this needs to be done every three years. Do it in the spring. In addition, some unsuitable branches, such as dry and aging branches, must be pruned in time.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1 , Disease: "spot disease" may appear, which mainly harms the leaves. It is caused by bacteria. First some brown spots appear on the leaves, and then the spots will gradually join together, and then the color will change. Chlorothalonil can be used to prevent it. In addition, the fallen leaves around it need to be cleaned up in time.

2. Pests: There may be "scale insects". You can wipe the leaves with alcohol or spray insecticide directly.

4. Other issues

1 , Toxicity: Cycad itself is not poisonous. However, its seeds contain toxins.

2. Can it be raised at home: Of course. It is both ornamental and purifying. However, you need to find a relatively large space to place it.

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