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How to grow caltrops

Things to note when raising caltrops at home

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The stems and leaves of Alpinia are tender green with gray, and the flowers are bright and eye-catching. It is a good flower belt, flower path and potting material. It can also be used for lawn planting. Domestic flower lovers like to maintain caltrops as potted plants, so let’s take a look at how to care for caltrops!

How to grow caltrops

Cultivation methods of caltrops

Humidity management

Alpinias prefers a drier air environment and will not tolerate rainy days. long, susceptible to bacterial infection. Afraid of rain, keep the leaves dry at night. The optimal relative air humidity is 40 to 60%.

Temperature and light

Temperature: Alpinia alba prefers a cool climate, avoids extreme heat, and tolerates frost and cold. The winter temperature requirements are not very strict. As long as it is not exposed to frost, it can survive the winter peacefully; it will die when the temperature is above 30°C in late spring and early summer. The optimal growth temperature is 15-25°C.

Lighting: In late autumn, winter, and early spring, since the temperature is not very high, it must be exposed to direct sunlight to facilitate photosynthesis and the formation of flower buds, flowering, and fruiting. If you encounter hot weather in summer, you need to block about 50% of the sunlight.

Water and fertilizer management

Watering: The watering principle of water chestnut is: when it is dry, it must be wet. When it is dry, it must be completely dry. If it is dry, do not water it. Just water it thoroughly. When watering, be careful to keep the leaves and flowers dry and not wet.

Fertilization: Apply decomposed thin cake fertilizer and water once a month to make the plants grow well. Do not apply excessive nitrogen fertilizer, as this may cause the plants to grow excessively. It is necessary to ensure that the plant nutrition is complete, and phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen fertilizers are applied in small amounts and frequently.

Propagation methods

There are two methods of propagating calabash: sowing and cuttings. Sowing can be done in spring and autumn, and cuttings are usually combined with topping.

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Alpinia is not resistant to transplanting

Alpinia has a long main root and is not resistant to transplanting. Before sowing, apply some decomposed bean cake as base fertilizer and sow the seeds directly in the pot. When sowing seeds, flower friends should first choose a flower pot to avoid insufficient space when the water chestnuts grow up, causing poor plant growth.

Alpinia is toxic

Alpinia has a certain degree of toxicity. Direct contact with its leaves may cause skin itching and granulation. In severe cases, you must see a doctor. ; Eating the fruit may cause vomiting, diarrhea and other symptoms.

During maintenance, prevent naughty children from touching the flowers and leaves. Flower lovers should also be careful when caring for them.

Things to note when raising caltrops at home

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