Cultivation methods and precautions of Guanyin Lotus

The Alocasia odora is a succulent plant of the genus Sedum in the Crassulaceae family. It has a beautiful plant shape and a rosette-like appearance, making it very ornamental and particularly easy to grow, so it is loved by many flower lovers. So how to grow the Alocasia odora? Let’s take a look at the cultivation methods and precautions of the Alocasia odora.

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1. Soil

The potted Alocasia odora should be planted in loose, well-drained and ventilated humus-rich soil. Generally, a mixture of equal amounts of leaf mold, garden soil and river sand can be used as the substrate. Remember to repot once every spring, and loosen the soil once a month to keep the soil in the pot in a good state of permeability.

2. Temperature

The Alocasia odora has high requirements for temperature. The most suitable growth temperature is 16℃-28℃. When the temperature is below 10℃, the growth of the Alocasia odora will be inhibited. Therefore, when the temperature drops in winter, you should pay attention to keeping warm and place the Alocasia odora in a warm room to overwinter.

3. Lighting

The main growing season of the Alocasia odora is in the relatively cool spring and autumn seasons. It requires sufficient sunlight during the growing period. Insufficient light will cause the plant shape to be loose and not compact, affecting its ornamental value. When caring for the plant, it is recommended that flower lovers rotate the position of the flowerpot every two or three days to ensure that every leaf of the Alocasia odora can see the light.

4. Watering

When watering the Alocasia odora, do not water too much at one time, otherwise it will easily cause water accumulation, but do not water too little to prevent the soil from drying out, because long-term water control will cause the Alocasia odora to stop growing, and the leaves will gradually lose their luster. Generally, water the plants once a week or so in the summer and once every half a month in the winter.

5. Fertilization

The Alocasia odora should be fertilized with decomposed thin liquid fertilizer or low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer once every 20 days or so. Do not splash the fertilizer water on the leaves when fertilizing. It is usually done in the morning or evening when the weather is clear, and water thoroughly once in the evening of the same day or the next morning.

6. Insect prevention

The Alocasia odora is easily attacked by aphids. It can be sprayed with 1000-1500 times diluted 40% dimethoate or 50% malathion emulsifiable concentrate, or 1500 times diluted 80% DDT emulsifiable concentrate.

7. Pruning

Pruning generally involves cutting off leaves and branches that are too long and too old to promote new growth. In addition, after the flowering period of the Alocasia odora is over, you can also cut off the flower stems, which will make the Alocasia odora more beautiful.

In general, the Alocasia odora is easy to maintain, but you should also pay close attention to the plant's growth conditions and environmental changes, and take timely measures to adjust and maintain it. Only in this way can the Alocasia odora grow healthily and vigorously, showing its unique beauty and charm.