Cultivation methods and precautions of dragon face flower

1. Maintenance methods

1. Soil: It likes to grow in soil rich in humus. When preparing the soil, you can use sawdust, garden soil and a small amount of leaf mold. This way the soil has better air permeability and is very suitable for its growth.

2. Light: It likes relatively warm light. If it is in summer, you need to temporarily move it to a cooler place to avoid being exposed to the scorching sun. In other seasons, just let it receive normal sunlight.

3. Temperature: It will grow better in an environment of 10-20℃. It also has strong cold resistance and can grow normally even in an environment of zero degrees. In winter, try to move it indoors for maintenance to avoid freezing of the roots.

4. Water: It needs more water. In spring and summer, it needs to be watered twice a day. In autumn, it only needs to be watered once a day. During the rainy season, pay attention to drainage to avoid waterlogging that may cause root rot.

2. Breeding techniques

1. Pinching: During its growing period, it is necessary to pinch the top of the plant. Basically, pinch it as it grows. This can promote the growth of side branches and make the flower shape fuller and more ornamental.

2. Reproduction: The dragon face flower can be sown in August and September. The flower pots should be watered before sowing to ensure that the seeds have sufficient moisture to germinate. Shade before germination and manage in full sun after germination.

3. Problem diagnosis and treatment

1. Botrytis cinerea: Botrytis cinerea will cause mildew spots to appear on its leaves. Once discovered, the diseased leaves or branches should be cut off as soon as possible to avoid infection of other branches, and the branches should be sprayed with cypermethrin in time.

2. Sclerotinia disease: This is also a common disease of the dragon face flower. The solution is the same as that of gray mold. First, isolate it, and then spray it with sclerotinia net. It can also be used for prevention.

IV. Other issues

1. Can it be grown indoors: Because it likes light, it is recommended to grow it in a place with good indoor lighting conditions and ventilate it frequently. It can be placed on an outdoor terrace. If the indoor lighting conditions are poor, it is better to grow it outdoors.

2. Is it edible: There is no information showing that the dragon face flower is poisonous, so try not to eat it. It has no nutritional value, so it is not recommended to eat it.