Latest prices and planting methods for Smilax glabra seeds
Smilax glabra, also known as cold rice ball, hard rice head, red soil smilax, etc., is a perennial evergreen climbing shrub of the genus Smilax in the Liliaceae family. It mostly grows on hillsides or under forests. Its dried rhizome is used as medicine and has the effects of detoxifying and removing dampness, and promoting joint movement, and it has a certain cultivation economic value. Now let us take a look at the price of Smilax glabra seeds and its planting methods!
How much is one jin of Smilax glabra seeds?
The price of Smilax glabra seeds is about 180 to 200 yuan per jin, but prices vary greatly depending on seed quality, variety, place of origin and market. Smilax glabra is distributed in southwestern China and other places. It has extremely strong growth vigor and often grows in understory shrub thickets, roadsides, river valleys or hillsides. In production, it is commonly propagated by seeds, sown in spring. It prefers a warm and humid climate, is tolerant of drought and shade, and can be cultivated in sandy loam or clay loam.
Planting methods for Smilax glabra
1. Site selection and land preparation: Smilax glabra is relatively coarse-growing and highly adaptable, and can be planted in both mountainous and flat land. It is recommended to choose loose, fertile soil with good drainage for planting, which makes it easier to achieve high yields.
2. Propagation method: Smilax glabra is propagated by seeds. The sowing period is from late March to early April in spring. Use the drill sowing method, open furrows at a row spacing of 20 cm, sow the seeds evenly, cover with soil about 1 cm thick, keep the soil moist, and transplant when the seedlings are about 10 cm tall.
3. Planting management: Open holes for Smilax glabra at a plant spacing of 25 cm, and plant 1 plant per hole. When the seedlings are about 30 cm tall, a trellis should be set up and the stems and vines should be guided onto it to facilitate growth. Pay attention to loosening the soil and removing weeds, and apply 1 to 2 topdressings.
Efficacy and effects of Smilax glabra
1. Promoting sleep: Smilax glabra has the effect of calming the mind and spirit, can help sleep and improve sleep quality. Traditionally, people like to decoct Smilax glabra together with ginseng, Polygala tenuifolia, Ziziphus jujuba seeds, etc. into soup to soothe the mind and spirit, so as to avoid insomnia, palpitations and other conditions.
2. Prolonging life and improving intelligence: Smilax glabra can make the body moisturized and strong. Regular consumption can play a role in prolonging life and improving intelligence, and it has the reputation of “immortal food”. The Shennong Bencao Jing called Smilax glabra a “top-grade” herb, believing that “long-term consumption calms the soul and nourishes the spirit, prevents hunger and prolongs life”.
3. Removing spots and beautifying: Smilax glabra has the effect of beautifying and nourishing the skin, and can remove spots and melanin. In addition to internal use, it can also be made into a facial mask. Mix Smilax glabra powder with honey into a paste, apply it to the face at night, and wash it off with clean water in the morning.