The yield of Amomum villosum per mu is 500 to 800 kg, and the purchase price is 4 yuan per jin

AbstractUnder conventional planting methods, the yield of Amomum villosum per mu can reach about 500-800 kg. Amomum villosum is a perennial herbaceous plant, mainly distributed in Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi and Yunnan regions of China. It is a common ginger-based ingredient, mostly flowering in May-June and fruiting in August-September.

I. Yield of Amomum villosum per mu

When Amomum villosum is artificially planted, under conventional planting methods the yield per mu can reach about 500-800 kg. Amomum villosum is a perennial plant, with a lifespan of more than 20 years. At present, the market purchase price of Amomum villosum is about 4 yuan/kg, and the profit per mu can reach about 3000 yuan.

II. Planting prospects of Amomum villosum

1. Amomum villosum can be used not only as a Chinese medicinal material, but also as a spice, seasoning, etc., and its market demand is relatively large.

2. Planting Amomum villosum is very simple. One planting can provide multiple harvests, and after Amomum villosum bears fruit, extensive management can be carried out.

3. At present, with the development and utilization of Amomum villosum, wild Amomum villosum can no longer meet market demand, and the prospects for artificial planting are currently very significant.

III. Planting techniques and precautions for Amomum villosum

1. For planting spring Amomum villosum, it is most suitable to choose fertile, loose, water-retaining, and highly fertile sandy soil land.

2. Broad-leaved evergreen forest land with high humidity and a water source, as well as mountain slopes and valleys with convenient drainage and irrigation, can all be used for planting.

3. If planting in mountainous areas, land clearing should be carried out before planting to remove weeds and excess shade, and places with insufficient shade trees should be replanted in time.

4. While clearing the land, drainage and irrigation ditches should be dug around the mountain to prevent drought and flood disasters.

5. More fruit trees can be planted near the Amomum villosum land to expand nectar sources and attract more insects for pollination.

6. If planting in plain areas, ditches should be dug to prevent water accumulation.

IV. Propagation methods of Amomum villosum

1. The propagation of Amomum villosum is divided into two types: seed propagation and division propagation. The two propagation methods are introduced separately below for everyone's reference only.

2. Seed propagation

(1) Select robust and plump fruits and sun-dry the fruits twice in advance. After sun-drying, ferment the seeds. During fermentation, a certain temperature and humidity should be maintained. After 3-4 days, wash the fruit peel clean, dry it, and sow.

(2) When fertilizing, master the principle of light and frequent application. The first fertilization is carried out when there are 2 leaves, the second when the seedlings have 5 leaves, and the third when the seedlings have 8-10 leaves. After 10 leaves, topdressing should be carried out once every half month or one month.

(3) Water frequently to keep the soil moist.

(4) There is relatively little rainfall in winter and spring, so Amomum villosum can be appropriately fertilized to increase the drought resistance of the seedlings.

(5) Division propagation means selecting robustly growing plants and cutting seedlings and strong seedlings with 1-2 or more buds as planting stock.

(6) Plant during rainy days from the end of March to the beginning of April.

(7) After planting is completed, cover well with soil and water appropriately, then cover the seedlings with grass. After planting, water the land more and carry out careful management.

3. Division propagation

(1) It is advisable to choose robustly growing Amomum villosum plants and cut seedlings and strong seedlings with 1-2 or more buds as propagation stock.

(2) Spring planting is carried out from the end of March to the beginning of April each year. If autumn planting is chosen, it is carried out around September. Spring planting is recommended, preferably on rainy days.

(3) The spacing between plants and rows is generally 65 cm * 65 cm, or 1.3 m by 1.5 m can also be chosen, appropriately selected according to the local environment and climate of the planting site.

(4) After planting, cover with soil and water immediately, then cover with grass at once, and afterward water frequently, actively fertilize, and carry out pest and disease control, etc.