How to cultivate dripping Guanyin

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In fact, you don’t need a lot of words to know about a plant. Simple and rough pictures are the most intuitive. Check if the one you have is a dripping guanyin? (I feel a little guilty when asked this question!)

flowering

We can also see the origin of the name from the picture above. The leaves of the weeping angel will drip water in the morning, and the flowers are white and shaped like Guanyin, hence the name weeping angel.

Farming methods

Suitable soil

The weeping angel has become accustomed to the free environment and has a strong adaptability to the soil. Generally, the soil of the newly purchased weeping angel should be changed once every 1 to 2 years. You can choose ordinary garden soil or mixed leaf mold. If the soil is sticky, you can add some fine sand to neutralize it.

Proper sunlight

When most families or offices buy a plant of Guanyin, they will place it in a corner of the room where there is light but the light is not strong. Because the weeping angel is a shade-loving plant, it can grow well under bright light. If the light is too strong, the leaves will wilt. However, sufficient sunlight must be ensured during the flowering period, otherwise the flower buds will have a light green color, affecting the quality.

Therefore, the weeping guanyin plant at home or in the office only needs to be exposed to light for about 3 hours a day.

Suitable temperature

Temperature has a great influence on the dripping guanyin. The most suitable growth temperature is 20~25℃. When the temperature is below 18℃, it will enter a dormant state and stop growing, which means it must be moved indoors in time in winter to ensure the appropriate temperature. However, if the summer temperature is above 30 degrees Celsius, growth will be abnormal.

Proper moisture

The weeping angel needs sufficient water to grow, especially in summer when the environment is hot and humid. You should spray water on the leaves at noon every day to increase the air humidity, so that the leaves of the weeping angel will be large and thick. In winter, as long as the indoor temperature is high, you can water normally.

When watering, you need to ensure sufficient light. Do not water on cloudy days. Only when light and water work together can the weeping angel grow well.

Sufficient nutrients

The weeping angel plant loves fertilizer very much. Once it lacks fertilizer, the leaves and stems will become shriveled. So fertilize once every two weeks and water appropriately. The choice of fertilizer is mainly nitrogen fertilizer, with phosphorus and potassium fertilizer as auxiliary. When applying fertilizer, be careful not to pour the fertilizer water onto the edge of the leaves, as this can easily cause leaf rot.

Many flower lovers hope to ensure that the leaves of the weeping angel plant are large and green by fertilizing, which is indeed a good method. Add a small amount of ferrous sulfate to the fertilizer solution each time you fertilize.

Differences in maintenance between hydroponics and soil cultivation

The light and temperature of dripping water in hydroponics are similar to those in soil culture, but there are some differences in watering and fertilization.

Hydroponics involves changing and adding water. Change the water about every 7 days in summer and every 10 to 15 days in winter. Add a certain amount of nutrient solution each time you change the water. In addition, clean the bottle wall of the hydroponic container every time you change the water to avoid the formation of sphagnum moss.

Another thing is fertilization. For hydroponic weeping angel, foliar fertilizer is usually applied. In addition to cleaning the leaves with clean water on a daily basis, it is necessary to spray foliar fertilizer once a week. It can not only provide nutrients for the growth of plants, but also increase the glossiness of the leaves, and enhance the plant's resistance to cold in winter.

Reproduction method

sowing

The sowing of the weeping angel is relatively rare. The seeds are not easy to find and the growth time is long. No one has the patience to wait quietly for the weeping angel to grow. Of course, if you have enough time and can find seeds, you can try it. In spring, when the temperature is 25~28℃, sow the seeds in a flowerpot, cover with plastic film, and ensure a certain humidity. They will slowly germinate in about a month. Take good care of them and wait for them to grow.

Division

The division should be based on the display of the weeping angel. In summer and autumn, new small plants will grow from the stems of the weeping angel. At this time, the entire seedling can be dug out and replanted in a new pot.

Cuttings

Cutting is the most widely used method of propagation for the weeping angel, with a high survival rate and rapid reproduction. Cut 15 cm strong branches and insert them into soft sandy soil. They will take root in about a week and strong new plants will grow in 2 months.

Breeding precautions

poisonous

Flower lovers need to be reminded that there is white poisonous juice in the stems of the weeping angel, and the water dripping from the leaves is also poisonous. Accidental contact or ingestion may cause adverse reactions, but there is no risk of cancer.

Summer maintenance

When the weather is cold, you can keep warm, but when it is hot, cooling down is not so easy. Therefore, in summer, place the flower pots in a ventilated location without direct sunlight, and spray water on the leaves frequently to increase the air humidity and lower the temperature. When the temperature does not exceed 30℃, apply nitrogen fertilizer water once every half a month.

Height Control

The Weeping Goddess of Mercy comes in different sizes. Many families do not want the Weeping Goddess of Mercy to grow too big because of the limited visibility of the placement. A good way is to spray the Weeping Goddess of Mercy with paclobutrazol solution when the seedlings are young. This way, the plant height will generally not exceed 40 cm. Generally, spray it once every six months, and the effect is quite good.

Frequently asked questions

1. What to do if the roots rot?

Smiling Yan Low Temperature asked: It’s summer now, and the weeping angel has wilted without me noticing. It seems that the roots have rotted. What should I do?

Answer: The roots of the weeping angel are very prone to rot in the summer, which is mainly caused by improper watering. Remove the plant from the pot in time and check the root rot. If the root rot is serious, throw it away directly. If the root rot is minor, cut off the rotten part and replant it. (Wear gloves during operation)

After planting, place it in a cool and ventilated place. Pay more attention to watering and do not water unless the soil is dry.

2. What to do in case of poisoning?

Question from Lost Sheep: Some time ago, my neighbor was poisoned by the Weeping Goddess of Mercy and had adverse skin reactions. What should I do if I really encounter this situation?

A: It is recommended to use vinegar. First rinse the contacted skin with plenty of water, and then apply vinegar. Or you can boil ginger and vinegar together and take it orally or gargle with it. If the symptoms of poisoning are obvious, it is recommended to go to the hospital.

3. Does it drip in the morning?

Question from a small farmer in Zhengyang: When I bought the Dripping Guanyin, it said that water drops would drip in the morning, but after observing it for a long time, I didn’t find any. Is it true that water drips in the morning?

A: Yes, but a certain air humidity is required. When the ambient humidity and soil moisture are sufficient, water droplets will drip from the edges of the leaves. After experiencing a night of low temperature, dark environment, and high humidity, vomiting water will be very obvious in the morning.