How to grow Houttuynia cordata at home? Is Houttuynia cordata poisonous?

1. How to raise

1. Suitable light: Although Houttuynia cordata is shade-tolerant, it cannot lack sunlight during its growth and maintenance. Appropriate exposure to light during the growth period can promote photosynthesis, accumulate nutrients and promote growth. The summer sun is too strong, so you need to pay attention and block out the strong light.

2. Maintain temperature: Temperature is also an important factor in maintenance. It should be kept at around 15-20 degrees Celsius in the early stages of growth, and frostbite should be prevented in winter.

3. Reasonable watering: Houttuynia cordata likes a moist growing environment and does not like drought, so watering must be timely and watered regularly according to its growth. Although it likes moisture, it does not like waterlogging and should not be watered too much.

4. Fertilize regularly: Apply sufficient base fertilizer before cultivation, and then apply fertilizer regularly to ensure nutrient needs. Nitrogen fertilizer can be applied in the early growth stage to promote germination and growth. After harvesting in autumn, apply mainly phosphorus and potassium fertilizers.

5. Maintain humidity: The air humidity should be kept at around 50%-80%. The climate is dry in summer, so you need to spray water frequently to maintain humidity in order to maintain normal growth.

2. Is it poisonous?

Houttuynia cordata is not poisonous and will not cause any harm to the human body. It can be eaten normally and it has therapeutic effects. It is good for the human body, but you cannot eat too much of it, as it will be harmful to your body.