What is the cause of the Clivia's arrow? (Causes and prevention methods of Clivia's arrow)

What's wrong with the Clivia's arrow?

When Clivia blooms, the flower stem emerges from the gap between the two leaves in the middle. If the flower stem does not grow higher than the gap between the two leaves, it can be considered as flowering, which is what we call pinched arrow.

The general reasons for the occurrence of Clivia arrow pinching are as follows: temperature difference is too small, improper watering, unsuitable environment, nutrient imbalance, etc.

First, the temperature difference is too small

The blooming period of Clivia is between winter and Spring Festival.

Between winter and spring, the temperature in many places is below 15 degrees Celsius. When the flower arrow of Clivia just emerges, if the temperature is below 15 degrees Celsius for a long time, the flower stem will stop growing. The flower stem is not long, and the arrow appears between two leaves.

【 Remedial measures 】

When the flower stem of Clivia is just growing out, try to place it in a sunny location and keep it in direct sunlight for about 3 hours a day to increase the light and the ambient temperature.

Keep the temperature at the location where the Clivia is maintained at 15 degrees Celsius, and the night temperature should not be lower than 10 degrees Celsius. This will allow the Clivia to grow naturally without pinching the arrow .

Second, improper watering

When caring for Clivia on a daily basis, it is recommended to water it thoroughly if it is not dry . In winter and spring, it is recommended to keep the soil on the dry side. This can prevent the roots of Clivia from rotting when the temperature is low, as the soil is not easy to dry.

However, when the flower arrow is formed, the water consumption will increase. When the water is insufficient, the flower diameter will not grow long, resulting in the arrow being pinched.

【 Processing method 】

In the daily maintenance of Clivia, the soil should still be kept relatively dry, and watering should be done in a way that "if it is not dry, do not water it, and if it is, water it thoroughly". You can use a spray method every day to wet the leaves and replenish water.

Watering the leaves will not affect the humidity of the soil, and the roots can breathe better. It can also replenish the water for the lengthening of the flower diameter.

But be careful not to let water accumulate between the flower diameter and the leaves when spraying. You can cover it with a dry paper towel first, and then spray it.

Third, balanced nutrition

In daily maintenance, it is recommended that you apply less fertilizer in winter, as Clivia will go dormant at low temperatures in winter. The output of nutrients will not achieve the purpose of supplementing nutrition, but will also increase the chance of bacterial infection.

But everyone needs to pay attention to the dormancy temperature of Clivia, which is lower than 10 degrees Celsius. As we said above, Clivia with flower arrows should be above 15 degrees Celsius. Clivia will not dormant above 15 degrees Celsius.

Therefore, when the flower diameter of Clivia begins to grow, it is necessary to increase the nutrients appropriately.

【Solution】

When many people write about Clivia miniata, they say that it is necessary to supplement "phosphorus and potassium". In fact, this is a mistake. "Phosphorus and potassium" can promote root growth and promote flowering.

But the growth of flower stems does not rely on "phosphorus and potassium". It relies on "nitrogen". In the formation of flower arrows , as long as the fermented rice water is mixed with water in a ratio of 1 to 2 and poured on the flower soil once a week, it can supplement the balanced nutrients of Clivia and avoid the occurrence of pinched arrows .

Fourth, comprehensive reasons

(1) After the Clivia flower arrows are formed, it is necessary to maintain light during the day and darkness. In other words, arrange the work and rest time properly. Light at night can easily lead to physiological disorders and affect the efficiency of nutrient absorption.

(2) When caring for Clivia indoors, it is necessary to keep it in direct sunlight for 2 to 3 hours, and keep it in a location with bright light for a long time during the day. Bright light can ensure that Clivia has sufficient photosynthesis.