Is the Bischofia polycarpa an evergreen or deciduous plant?

Bischofia polycarpa is an ornamental tree species native to China, similar to Bischofia javanica, mostly blooming in April-May and fruiting in October-November, so is Bischofia polycarpa an evergreen or deciduous plant?

1. Is Bischofia polycarpa an evergreen or deciduous plant?

Bischofia polycarpa is a deciduous tree plant. It produces a large amount of fallen leaves, which can be developed as an energy tree species, and can also be used as fertilizer to increase soil fertility. It is currently widely cultivated in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River, and a small amount has also been introduced in North China. It is usually cultivated as a street tree and courtyard ornamental tree.

2. How do you care for Bischofia polycarpa?

1. Temperature: It is a type of warm-temperate tree species, and we also mentioned its main distribution range above. From this it can be seen that it likes warmth, and it is best kept between 20 and 30 degrees. Its cold tolerance is relatively good, but it is still best not to go below zero degrees, as this is safer.

2. Light: Bischofia polycarpa is a sun-loving plant and has a relatively high demand for sunlight. It can tolerate slight semi-shade, but do not keep it in very dark conditions for a long time. Generally speaking, except for very strong summer light, there is no need to shade it at other times. Let it receive light for a relatively long time, as this is beneficial for the photosynthesis of the leaves.

3. Watering: Bischofia polycarpa likes moisture, and its waterlogging tolerance is also relatively good. On the contrary, its drought tolerance is not very good. According to its characteristics, the soil needs to be kept slightly moist at all times, but do not water too much in winter.

4. Fertilizing: It has a high demand for nutrients in the soil. In addition to base fertilizer, it can usually be fertilized once or twice a month.

5. Cultivation techniques

(1) Propagation: Seed sowing can be used for propagation. First, harvest the fruit in November when the fruit is ripe, and collect the seeds. Sowing can be done around February. Before sowing, it is best to soak them in warm water at about 45 degrees for more than six hours, and then sow. After choosing the sowing location, it is best to disinfect the soil. After sowing, cover with a layer of soil about 0.5 cm thick, and then set up a sunshade.

(2) Pruning: Pruning is very important in the care of Bischofia polycarpa. First is pruning some branches and leaves, such as those that are too dense or dried up. In addition, if it is kept at home as a bonsai for viewing, its shape can also be trimmed.