How to Grow Abelmoschus manihot? The Latest Cultivation Techniques and Methods Tutorial
Abelmoschus manihot, also known as caifurong, wild furong and so on, is an annual herbaceous plant in the Malvaceae family. Abelmoschus manihot combines medicinal and edible uses, and has various effects such as clearing heat and cooling blood, and reducing inflammation and pain. It is mainly used to treat edema, scalds and so on, and its nutritional value is also very rich, and it is very popular in our country. So how should Abelmoschus manihot be planted? Below, the editor brings you the cultivation techniques of Abelmoschus manihot, let's take a look!
1. Site selection and land preparation
Abelmoschus manihot has strong growth ability and a well-developed root system, and can adapt to various soils, but if you want to grow Abelmoschus manihot with high yield and high quality, you still need to choose a plot with deep soil, sufficient fertility and normal drainage and irrigation. Abelmoschus manihot should not be planted in low-lying, waterlogged places, otherwise it is prone to rot, affecting the growth of Abelmoschus manihot. After selecting the land, do a good job of land preparation, carry out deep plowing and intertillage, apply sufficient decomposed base fertilizer, and then make beds ready for sowing. Pay attention to the specifications of the beds, with a width and height of about 20*20 cm, to facilitate planting management.
2. Timely sowing
The growth period of Abelmoschus manihot is about 4-5 months. After preparing the land, the sowing time should be controlled according to the weather of the planting area and the factors of the variety. For example, in the southeastern region of our country, the suitable sowing time is around April. The seeds of Abelmoschus manihot have relatively strong germination ability, but in order to ensure the germination rate, we still need to carry out germination work before planting. First, select plump seeds with no obvious wounds and no pests or diseases, then soak the seeds in warm water at about 30 degrees for about 24 hours. Take them out, wipe them dry, wrap them in a wet cloth, and place them at a temperature of about 26-28 degrees for germination. When more than 50% of the seeds have sprouted, they can be sown.
3. Sowing and seedling raising
The seedling raising method of Abelmoschus manihot is mainly nutrient pot seedling raising. First, select a seedling tray of suitable specifications, then fill the seedling tray with nutrient soil and water it thoroughly. After the water seeps down, put one seed in each seedling cell. After sowing, cover with fine soil, spray water appropriately, and improve the moisture retention capacity of the nutrient soil. After watering, cover with a layer of plastic film, strengthen management, and appropriately build a small arch shed to promote seed germination. When about 75% of the seeds have germinated, the film can be uncovered, and when the seedlings grow to about 3 leaves and 1 heart, they can be planted.
4. Field management
Before planting, do a good job of land preparation for the planting field, carry out deep plowing and ridging, apply sufficient base fertilizer, weed appropriately, control the planting density well, and use the row planting method for planting. After planting, do a good job of field management and water in time. Abelmoschus manihot has a relatively large plant type and a relatively large demand for water. Therefore, do a good job of watering, and then topdress appropriately according to the soil fertility and the growth of the plants, to meet the nutritional needs of Abelmoschus manihot growth. Finally, do a good job of plant adjustment, intertillage and weeding, and pest and disease control, to promote the growth of Abelmoschus manihot.
The above is a brief introduction to the cultivation techniques of Abelmoschus manihot. Abelmoschus manihot grows relatively fast and is relatively simple to plant. But we also need to manage it carefully and do the basic field work well to ensure the normal growth of Abelmoschus manihot. If you want to know how to carry out field management specifically, you can check the related articles! That's all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and I hope it can help everyone!