How much is a jin of Gastrodia elata seeds? A detailed explanation of cultivation methods
When Gastrodia elata is mentioned, everyone is surely familiar with it. It can not only treat limb numbness, but also treat infantile convulsions, dizziness and vertigo, and so on. Therefore, it has relatively high cultivation prospects. So how much is a jin of Gastrodia elata seeds?What cultivation techniques are there?
1. Introduction to Gastrodia elata:
1. What are the producing areas of Gastrodia elata?
There are many producing areas of Gastrodia elata. It mainly grows in mountainous areas of the tropics, subtropics, temperate zones and cold-temperate zones, and is distributed both domestically and abroad. Among them, abroad it is mainly distributed in Madagascar, New Zealand, India, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Bhutan, Nepal, Thailand and other places. Domestically, it is mainly distributed in Liaoning, Jilin, Inner Mongolia, Henan, Hebei, Shaanxi, Jiangsu, Gansu, Hubei, Hunan, Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan and other places.
2. What varieties of Gastrodia elata are there?
Red Gastrodia elata, green Gastrodia elata, dark Gastrodia elata, pine Gastrodia elata, yellow Gastrodia elata.
2. How much is a jin of Gastrodia elata seeds?
The market price of Gastrodia elata seeds is a little expensive, generally around 40 to 50 yuan per jin. If they are wild, the market price will be very expensive, while artificially planted ones are mostly hybridized, so the price is not very expensive. However, due to differences in market, quality and region, the price will also vary to some extent. For example, the price of generation 0 seeds and generation 1 seeds differs by one time, so when buying seeds, it is best to check the local market.
3. What cultivation methods are there for Gastrodia elata?
1. Site selection: planting in sandy loam soil with good water permeability is good
Gastrodia elata does not have high soil requirements. Generally, as long as it is loose, fertile and has good water permeability, it can be planted. Therefore, when selecting land, try to choose sandy loam soil with good water permeability and a pH value of 5 to 6 for the best planting. For example, wild sloping land, orchards, forest land, areas in front of and behind houses and other places are all good choices.
2. Land preparation and bed building: making field beds 80*10cm wide and deep is best
After selecting the land, deeply plow the soil and dig a field bed 80cm wide and 10cm deep to facilitate later planting. If it is wasteland or sloping land, it is best to make it terraced, and keep a spacing of about 1 meter between beds to facilitate later management.
3. Planting: planting in March to April or October to December is best
(1) Planting time: winter planting from late October to early December is best, and spring planting in March to April is best. If it is a high-altitude mountainous area, it can be planted in May.
(2) Planting method: plant the seedlings into the field bed, then slowly cover with soil and water a small amount.
4. Field management techniques: temperature and moisture should be suitable
(1) Temperature management: Gastrodia elata does not have high temperature requirements. Generally, it grows best at 20 to 25 degrees, so in winter, good warmth measures should be taken, and in summer, good sun protection should be done. Of course, soil temperature can also be lowered by replenishing water. Generally, soil moisture should be kept at 50% to 55% for the best results.
(2) Moisture management: Gastrodia elata has relatively high moisture requirements. Generally, water demand is relatively high in spring, summer and autumn, and relatively low in winter. Among them, from winter to the following spring, soil moisture should be controlled at 10% to 20% for the best results; from April to June, soil moisture should be controlled at around 60%; in September, soil moisture should be kept at around 40%; by late October, when it enters the dormant period, it can be dug up.
(3) Pest control: during the growth period of Gastrodia elata, pests such as white ants, mole crickets and grubs will occur, so preventive measures should be taken in advance. For those that have already developed diseases, 5% chlordane powder and “Termite Killer King” pesticide can be spread around the bed and sprayed for control.
In summary, the market price of Gastrodia elata seeds is a little expensive. Generally, one jin can be bought for around 40 to 50 yuan, but due to differences in quality and market, the price will also vary to some extent, so when purchasing, try to ask at the local market. In addition, Gastrodia elata is very easy to plant. As long as basic management work such as water and fertilizer and pest control is done well, high yield can be easily achieved.