How to grow the succulent Qianchuanzi? 7 cultivation methods to make it fill its pot fast

Qianchuanzi is a very popular succulent. It gets its name because it closely resembles strings of ancient coins. Its compact and lovely shape gives it high ornamental value, and many people grow this plant in their offices or homes. Today, I will introduce the cultivation methods for Qianchuanzi, so your succulent can fill its pot in no time.

I. Basic information about Qianchuanzi

Chinese scientific names: Qianchuanzi, Qianchuan Jingtian, Chuanqian Jingtian, Xingyinv

1. Plant family and genus: a perennial succulent plant of the genus Crassula in the family Crassulaceae, also called a succulent

2. Growth characteristics: winter-growing type

3. Propagation method: cuttings

4. Distribution area: native to South Africa, cultivable in many parts of China

5. Growing environment: prefers sunny, cool and dry environments, tolerates partial shade, fears waterlogging, and dislikes stuffy, hot and humid conditions.

6. Morphological characteristics: the stems of Qianchuanzi plants grow in clusters and can reach a height of about 60cm; when potted, they can be kept at around 20cm. The fleshy leaves are grayish green to light green, with slightly red leaf margins, which become more obvious under conditions of ample sunlight and a large temperature difference between day and night. The leaves are ovate-triangular, without petioles, connected at the base. Young leaves overlap one above another, while between the upper and lower parts of old leaves there is a small gap. It flowers in April-May, at the top growth point, with small star-shaped white flowers.

7. Main value: because Qianchuanzi is plump and cute, and closely resembles ancient coins, it gives people the beautiful vision of rolling in wealth. It is suitable for planting in small decorative pots, and can also be paired with ornamental stones to make a small succulent bonsai. It is very suitable as a decoration on desks, in offices and at home.

II. Cultivation methods for Qianchuanzi

If you want your Qianchuanzi to fill its pot, you must master the cultivation methods. First, provide suitable soil, appropriate light, temperature, and so on, and master the correct watering and fertilizing methods. Please read on for the specific cultivation methods:

1. Pot and soil selection

Qianchuanzi likes loose, slightly acidic soil, with a pH of around 6.5. Sandy soil is best. For the growing medium, use a mix of peat, coarse sand, or rinsed coal cinders with a small amount of garden soil. In addition, choose a flower pot with very good permeability, so that on one hand it allows air flow, and on the other hand it also lets water easily penetrate to the roots, making it convenient for the roots to absorb.

2. Suitable temperature

The suitable growing temperature for Qianchuanzi is 20-30°C. It is not cold-tolerant. In summer, after the temperature reaches as high as 35°C, Qianchuanzi should be covered with a net for shade or moved to a shaded place, and at the same time water should be sprayed to lower the temperature, creating a suitable temperature and a dry environment. In winter, the temperature should be maintained above 10°C; below 5°C is not good for growth.

3. Suitable light

Qianchuanzi likes light and also has relatively strong shade tolerance, but it dislikes direct strong light. From September each year to April or May of the following year is the growing period for Chuanqian Jingtian, so it should be placed in a sunny place, but that place is best able to avoid a hidden environment.

4. Correct watering

During the growing period, Qianchuanzi should keep the soil moist and avoid water accumulation, otherwise it will cause the plant roots and base to rot. Generally speaking, in summer when the room temperature is above 33°C, it needs to be watered thoroughly once a day. After autumn begins, watering should be controlled. In winter, the leaves should be kept moist by spraying water around them, so that the air humidity reaches about 50%.

5. Reasonable fertilizing

Qianchuanzi likes fertilizer. Apply a diluted liquid fertilizer that has been fully decomposed once about every 15 days. In summer, when temperatures are high and the plant grows slowly or stops completely, it can be placed in a well-ventilated spot for care, with appropriate shading to avoid exposure to the blazing sun, and fertilizing should be stopped.

6. Shaping and pruning

During cultivation, Qianchuanzi should be pruned frequently to maintain a beautiful plant shape. Because the stems of old plants easily become hollow, and the fleshy leaves shrink and fall off, the lower part of the plant ends up without leaves and looks bare, which is very unattractive. Old plants should be renewed and new plants propagated.

7. Repotting

When Qianchuanzi grows very vigorously, consider repotting. Choose spring or autumn for repotting. The planting pot should be selected according to the size of the plant. The potting soil should be loose and fertile, with good drainage and air permeability. You can use a prepared soil mix of leaf mold, garden soil, coarse sand or vermiculite.

Conclusion: The above are the cultivation methods for Qianchuanzi. Qianchuanzi is actually very easy to grow, and it has always been a very popular succulent. Finally, a reminder: Qianchuanzi must not be exposed to the blazing sun in summer, and it must not be watered too much. Master the methods well, and let your succulent easily fill its pot.