Introduction
Speaking of indoor plants, which one do you think of? Is it the Pothos Chlorophytum, or the Money Tree ? Today I will introduce you to a new type of indoor potted flower. It is beautiful, easy to grow, has fragrant flowers, and is very simple to maintain. It can also be grown on an indoor balcony with little light. I hope you will like it.
1. Get to know the "Fishbone Arrow"
Fishbone Arrow
This flower is called "Fishbone Arrow" (Disocactus) anguliger), is a perennial shrub-like succulent plant of the Cactaceae family. It is native to south-central Mexico and is now widely cultivated around the world. It is mainly used for indoor ornamental purposes. It is considered a niche flower in China and is not cultivated by florists. is as popular as , but it also has its own advantages.
Unblooming Fish Bone Lingjian
Fishbone Lingjian is also called Fishbone Epiphyllum. It was initially thought to be "relative" to Epiphyllum , but later it was discovered that it actually belongs to Lingjian He. Flowers, plant height can reach 90-120 cm, good branching, compact plant shape, relatively soft stems, often used as hanging potted flowers, can also be maintained vertically, very suitable for potted planting, diameter 15-20 cm It can be grown in ordinary flower pots and has no thorns on its body, making it very suitable for home planting.
The flowers and leaves are beautiful
The fish bone arrow can be used to observe the stems (leaves), appreciate the flowers and smell the fragrance. Its stems are fleshy, segmented like fish bones, very "skeletal", and green. They remain in this state all year round. Even if they don't bloom, they are excellent foliage plants. The flowers are born at the middle end of the stem, and are shaped like an epiphyllum. The flower diameter is 8-13 cm. There are two colors of purple-red and white. The flowers are large and beautiful, and have high ornamental value.
Floral flowers have a strong fragrance
In addition to being beautiful, the flowers also emit a strong fragrance. It is a refreshing fragrance, thick but not turbid, and the fragrance is far away. When the flowers bloom, you can move back into the house and the whole house can smell the smell. The effect of "one flower fragrance, one room".
Blooming is also impressive
The flowering period of Fishbone Lingjian is similar to that of Lingjian lotus. The peak flowering period is from mid-spring to early summer. With suitable conditions and proper maintenance, it will bloom every year. The larger the plant, the more flowers will bloom. It is very spectacular when blooming in groups. The flowering time is not certain, it can occur during the day or night (most cacti bloom at night), and the flowering period of a single flower can last for several days.
2. Suggestions for planting fish-bone arrows
It is not difficult to maintain.
Fish-bone arrows are cactus. They have strong vitality and strong adaptability to the environment. For those who have some experience in growing flowers, as long as they master their habits, it will not take much to cultivate them well. Disaster. Here are some suggestions for novice flower lovers:
Flower pots: The requirements for cultivation containers are not strict. Plastic pots and ceramic pots can be used. There must be a water outlet at the bottom. It can be high or short. The depth is 20 centimeters;
Soil: I am also picky about soil, but I prefer loose, fertile sandy loam, or gardening nutrient soil with good air permeability and fast drainage. If you want to use vegetable garden soil, add more than 30% Nutritious soil will be better;
enclosed balconies can also be grown
Suitable environment: This flower likes semi-shady places with astigmatism, and is intolerant of strong light. It is best to place it on the eaves, balcony, etc., as long as it has oblique light. Either the north balcony or the enclosed balcony can be used. For indoor planting, just move it to the balcony to bask in the sun for two hours every day;
water it : Cacti are generally drought-tolerant and are succulents themselves. They store a lot of water inside their bodies, so they don’t need to be watered frequently. Generally, they follow the watering principle of “see dry and wet” and water less after dormancy in winter;
Fertilization: In order to let It blooms prolifically. You can often give some flower-promoting fertilizers in spring and summer, such as Huaduoduo and potassium dihydrogen phosphate. Dilute it with water and then water the roots. The water-to-fertilizer ratio is 1000:1. Every day Once every 10 days, it will bloom soon;
degree summer and overwintering: It is relatively heat-resistant. In summer, as long as it is not exposed to the sun and placed in a cool and ventilated place, it is easy to spend the summer; it is not cold-tolerant, and the overwintering temperature should be 0 When the temperature is above 5 degrees, the water should be controlled, and when the temperature is below 0 degrees, water should be cut off. In the north, it is recommended to enter the house in winter;
propagation: cuttings can be used, the method is similar to that of crab claw orchid, and it is easy to survive.
The new favorite indoor potted plant
Summary: Fishbone Lingjian is a relatively "high-end" ornamental green plant. It has unique stems and leaves, a clean and refreshing plant shape, and no miscellaneous branches. It is lush all year round, has large flowers, beautiful colors and strong fragrance, and can tolerate half shade. The balcony can be maintained, and the maintenance cost is low, so it is still worth owning.
