Where does Notopterygium wilfordii grow?

Environmental conditions for the growth of Notopterygium

Notopterygium wilfordii, also known as Qiangqing, Protector of the Qiang, and Envoy of the King of Hu, is a plant of the genus Notopterygium wilfordii of the Apiaceae family. It is produced in Shaanxi, Sichuan, Gansu, Qinghai, Tibet and other places. It often grows in forest edges and thickets at an altitude of 2,000 to 4,000 meters. It is suitable for planting in places with moist soil and cool environment. It has extremely high cultivation value and medicinal value.

Notopterygium wilfordii growth temperature

Notopterygium wilfordii prefers a cool and humid environment. The temperature during its growth period is between 2-13 degrees. It is cold-resistant and slightly shade-tolerant. The average natural light intensity in its suitable growing area is 21,000 to 28,000 lx. Notopterygium wilfordii grows under various dwarf shrubs such as rhododendrons and wild willows.

Notopterygium wilfordii growth humidity

Qianghuo likes a humid growing environment, and the average relative soil moisture content is above 70%. During maintenance, it is necessary to water it in time to maintain the humidity of the environment, but do not cause water accumulation.

Notopterygium wilfordii growing soil

Notopterygium wilfordii has a wide adaptability to soils, but if you want to increase yield and quality, you cannot plant it on polluted land. It is best to plant it away from pollution sources such as factories. Secondly, the previous crop of the planting site should preferably be beans or potato plants. The soil should be loose, fertile, rich in humus, and have moderate soil pH.

Growth cycle and process of Notopterygium wilfordii

1. Notopterygium wilfordii is an alpine plant with relatively strict requirements on the environment. It grows slowly and has a long growth cycle. Generally, it takes 5-7 years for Notopterygium wilfordii to reach medicinal standards.

2. Qianghuo can be propagated by seeds in spring, or by rhizomes in autumn or spring. During the growth period, timely tillage, weeding, fertilization and watering are required, and pests and diseases should be prevented and controlled. It can be harvested in about 2-3 years.