How to raise duckweed
As an ornamental plant that has attracted much attention in recent years, it has become the new favorite of many plant lovers due to its unique leaf shape and easy maintenance. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to introduce you to the maintenance methods of duck wood in detail and provide structured data for reference.
1. Basic introduction to duck-footed wood
Schefflera arboricola, also known as Schefflera arboricola, also known as Schefflera or umbrella tree, belongs to the Araliaceae Schefflera genus. Its leaves are palmately split and resemble a duck's feet, hence the name "duck-footed wood". It is native to tropical and subtropical regions, is suitable for indoor and outdoor planting, and has high ornamental value.
2. Main points of maintenance of duckwood
1.Lighting requirements
The duckwood likes bright scattered light and avoid direct sunlight, otherwise it will easily cause leaf burns. When maintaining indoors, place it near a window to ensure adequate light.
2.Watering frequency
It has moderate water requirements and keeps the soil moist but not waterlogged. Watering can be done 2-3 times a week in summer and reduced to once a week in winter. Pay attention to the dryness and moisture of the soil when watering.
3.temperature and humidity
The suitable growth temperature of duckweed is 18-25℃, and the temperature needs to be kept above 10℃ in winter. In terms of humidity, duckwood likes higher air humidity. You can spray water regularly or use a humidifier.
4.Fertilization method
Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring and summer), and reduce or stop fertilizing in autumn and winter.
3. Common problems and solutions
| question | Reason | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves turn yellow | Too much water or not enough light | Adjust watering frequency and increase light |
| Leaves fall off | Too low temperature or insufficient humidity | Increase ambient temperature and humidity |
| pests and diseases | Spider mite or aphid infestation | Use insecticide or soapy water spray |
4. Propagation method of duckweed
The tree can be propagated by cuttings or divisions. When cutting, select healthy branches, cut them to 10-15 cm, insert them into moist soil, and keep the humidity for about 2-3 weeks to take root. Propagation by division is suitable for spring, where the plants are separated from their roots and replanted.
5. Hot topics and content on the entire network
According to the entire network data in the past 10 days, the maintenance topics of duckwood mainly focus on the following aspects:
| topic | heat index | Main discussion points |
|---|---|---|
| Winter care of duckweed | 85 | How to avoid leaf fall off in winter |
| Pest and disease control of duckweed | 78 | Prevention and treatment of spider mites |
| Shape trimming of duck-footed wood | 72 | How to prune a beautiful plant shape |
6. Summary
The duckweed is an ornamental plant suitable for novices to care for. As long as the basic points such as light, watering, temperature and fertilization are mastered, it can grow healthily. Through the structured data and hot topic analysis of this article, I hope it can help you better maintain the duckwood and enjoy the fun brought by green plants.
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