What are the growing environment requirements for Kochia scoparia?
In front of the gates of farmhouse courtyards, there are often one or two lush green kochia plants, especially verdant, adding a touch of green to the surrounding scenery.
Other names for Kochia scoparia
Kochia scoparia, also known as dimai, broom seedling, luozhou, peacock pine, broom vegetable, and kochia fruit.
Morphological characteristics of Kochia scoparia
Viewed from a distance, Kochia scoparia looks like an upright green egg, oval in shape, and can basically grow to half a meter to one meter. Its lanceolate leaves are densely clustered, and it produces small reddish-brown flowers, though these have little ornamental value.
Growth habits of Kochia scoparia
Kochia scoparia is a light-loving and warmth-loving plant that is not cold-tolerant. Kochia scoparia has low requirements for soil and is slightly tolerant of alkaline soil. Sufficient base fertilizer should be applied to the soil, and watering should be done once every 7 days during the growing period.