The growing environment and local conditions of Gastrodia elata

Gastrodia elata growth environment and conditions

Gastrodia elata generally grows in high altitude areas and is more common in places with thick humus. It prefers a cool and humid growing environment. It is generally cultivated artificially now and is more common in Jilin, Liaoning, Hebei, Shaanxi, Gansu and other places in my country. It needs sufficient sunlight during maintenance.

Gastrodia elata growth conditions

Gastrodia elata prefers a warm and humid growing environment. It is not very cold-resistant and drought-resistant. It needs sufficient sunlight and appropriate watering when caring for it.

Gastrodia elata growth temperature

For Gastrodia elata, the most suitable growth temperature is above 10 degrees. It will grow vigorously when the temperature reaches above 15 degrees. If the ground temperature reaches 20-25 degrees and continues, it will be in its vigorous growth period.

Growth process of Gastrodia elata

Gastrodia elata is usually planted in January, and its seeds will mature in June. Its seeds will take 8-12 months to grow and expand, and will usually mature in October-November of the second year. It will bloom in the spring and summer of the third year, and then become seeds after pollination.

Gastrodia elata planting time and method

When planting Gastrodia elata, it is usually planted from November to March of the following year. It can be planted indoors or outdoors. It usually reproduces asexually. Its seeds are relatively small, so it is difficult to germinate. It also requires sufficient sunlight during maintenance.