How to grow Zamioculcas zamiifolia? A few care tips to make it thrive with deep roots and lush leaves
Zamioculcas zamiifolia, also known as the money tree. It is a very rare indoor foliage plant with underground tubers, and it helps purify indoor air. Its newly emerging pinnate compound leaves almost always come in pairs of 2, one long and one short, one thick and one thin, hence it is also called the "dragon and phoenix tree," and it symbolizes: bringing in wealth and treasure, glory and prosperity. So many people like to grow it at home, but some people feel that the money tree they grow is very slow-growing, and its branches and leaves look very thin and small, and they do not know whether there is a problem with their care method. As for the care techniques for Zamioculcas zamiifolia, here are a few tips to ensure it grows with deep roots and lush leaves! Try it if you do not believe it! Let us take a look below!
Zamioculcas zamiifolia can absorb toxic gases through photosynthesis and release oxygen, bringing fresh air. During the day, it can absorb carbon dioxide in the room while releasing oxygen, increasing the concentration of negative ions in the indoor air, and it can even absorb dust that is hard for even a vacuum cleaner to catch. More importantly, it can also absorb harmful gases such as formaldehyde and benzene series substances, and kill bacteria in the air. In this process it effectively purifies the air and increases the green atmosphere in the space, making people feel relaxed and happy. At the same time, it also represents the meaning of smooth sailing. So placing it indoors for cultivation is a very good choice for both your health and your life. But how can you grow it so its leaves are more plump and emerald green? Keep reading.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia likes a warm, hot, slightly dry, semi-shaded growing environment, so usually be sure to place it in a cool and ventilated place, and also note that during its growing period it is best to keep the potting soil slightly moist. When watering, follow "do not water if not dry, water thoroughly when you do." Do not because the plant is relatively drought-tolerant go a long time without watering it, or after a long time without watering, when you water it again give too much water all at once. Sticky, heavy soil in the pot and too much standing water in the potting soil will both cause root rot. This can lead to the death of the plant. In addition, in winter also note to spray some water on the leaf surfaces of the money tree and in the surrounding care environment, so that the relative air is sufficiently humid, which is also very beneficial for its growth. After Mid-Autumn, reduce watering. Generally, when it lacks water, it is best to spray it with water and let it stay on the drier side, so that it can safely pass through winter. Keep reading.
In addition, regarding the care of the money tree, reasonable lighting is also key. Although Zamioculcas zamiifolia likes light, it also has strong shade tolerance. So usually place it in an indoor spot that can receive sunlight, such as a ventilated window, as long as a little sunlight can come in. Be sure not to place it directly in the sun for exposure. Once it receives strong light for a long time, it is very easy for the newly emerging tender leaves to be scorched. It is difficult for it to recover for a long time. It also cannot be placed in a relatively shady place without light for a long time, otherwise it is very easy for the newly emerging tender leaves to become slender, the leaf color to turn yellow and listless, and the spacing between leaflets to become sparse, thus affecting the compact and graceful appearance of the plant. Keep reading.
For the care of the money tree, also pay attention to its growing temperature. Generally speaking, its suitable growing temperature is 20-32°C. In summer, when the weather is hot and exceeds its suitable growing temperature, you should shade it by adding a black net and spray an appropriate amount of water on the surrounding growing environment to cool it down, ensuring it grows in a suitable environment for a long time. In winter, it is best to maintain a greenhouse temperature above 10°C. If the indoor temperature is lower than 5°C, it is very easy for the plant to suffer cold damage and may even directly endanger its survival, so in winter pay attention to keeping it warm, and also note to move it appropriately to a well-lit indoor area to receive light so that it can safely pass through the entire winter. Keep reading.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia has strong drought resistance, so the basic requirement for the growing medium is good permeability. Therefore, when cultivating it normally, pay attention to the potting soil used. Generally speaking, use peat, coarse sand or washed coal cinder mixed with a small amount of garden soil, and adjust its pH to between 6-6.5, growing it in a slightly acidic state as the best option. In addition, during the rainy season, if you find standing water in the pot, promptly repot and change the soil. Besides this, Zamioculcas zamiifolia also relatively likes fertilizer, so in the potting soil for cultivation you can also appropriately add some composted cake fertilizer or multi-element slow-release compound fertilizer. During the growing season, apply a mixed solution of 0.2% urea plus 0.1% monopotassium phosphate 2-3 times per month. After Mid-Autumn, in order for it to safely pass the winter, stop applying nitrogen fertilizer at this time and continuously apply 0.3% monopotassium phosphate solution 2-3 times. After the temperature drops below 15°C, stop topdressing directly, so as to avoid fertilizer damage to the roots under low-temperature conditions. If you do all of the above, it is guaranteed that the money tree you grow will have deep roots and lush leaves! So hurry and try it!
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