When is Chaoshan hemp leaf planted? When is Chaoshan hemp leaf sown?

Hemp leaves are a unique vegetable in Chaoshan. They were not eaten in the past and were used to make ropes. Now they are on people's tables. Their cultivation is also relatively simple and can be planted in peat soil or humus soil.

Chaoshan hemp leaf planting time

Hemp leaves are a special vegetable in Chaoshan, which are usually sown in the first month of the lunar calendar . In this way, they can be harvested from February, which is considered a cross-season vegetable.

Chaoshan hemp leaf harvest time

Chaoshan hemp leaves can be harvested in February . They are available in large quantities from March to April each year. They taste very good at this time and are slightly more expensive, about 10 yuan per catty.

Key points of Chaoshan hemp leaf cultivation

1. Choose the soil

The seeds of the plant Hemp Leaf Vegetable are relatively small and have poor soil-penetrating ability. Therefore, it is best to plant it in loose and breathable soil , which can effectively increase the speed and uniformity of seed germination and is also conducive to the growth of the plant's root system.

2. Apply fertilizer at the right time

When applying topdressing to hemp leaf vegetable, it needs to be done according to the different growth stages of the plant. Quick-acting nitrogen fertilizer can be used in the seedling stage , and compound fertilizer is mainly used in the vigorous growth period . This can improve the quality of hemp leaf vegetable leaves. It is recommended to apply topdressing with water.

Hemp leaf side effects and contraindications

1. Damage to the kidneys and nervous system

Although hemp leaves have many good effects on our body, its side effects are that it may harm our kidneys and nervous system . So we should try to avoid using hemp leaves frequently.

2. There are certain toxic and side effects

If you consume too much hemp leaves , it may cause some adverse reactions in the human body, and in severe cases, it may even cause poisoning . Therefore, you must be cautious when choosing to use hemp leaves.