Detailed Explanation of Key Techniques for Atractylodes macrocephala Planting and Management
Atractylodes macrocephala is a perennial herbaceous plant and a traditional Chinese medicinal material in our country. Atractylodes macrocephala has effects such as strengthening the spleen and stomach, and clearing heat and detoxifying, and the main medicinal part is the rhizome, which holds a relatively important position in traditional Chinese medicine research in our country. In addition, the traditional Chinese medicine industry in our country is very popular, so naturally the planting area of Atractylodes macrocephala is also relatively wide. But how should it be managed after planting? Today the editor brings you the field management of Atractylodes macrocephala, let's take a look below!
1. Intertillage and weeding
Atractylodes macrocephala is a herbaceous plant, and its ability to absorb nutrients and water is not very strong, so after Atractylodes macrocephala emerges, intertillage and weeding work must be done in a timely manner. Especially when the seedlings have just emerged, this is also the growth period of various weeds, so weeds must be removed in a timely manner to prevent them from robbing Atractylodes macrocephala of growth nutrients. Intertillage is for improving soil permeability and enhancing the absorption capacity of the Atractylodes macrocephala roots. Pay attention to the depth of intertillage; the first few times can be appropriately deep, and after passing the seedling stage, shallow hoeing should be carried out to prevent damage to the roots.
2. Timely topdressing
During the growth process of Atractylodes macrocephala, the demand for nutrients is relatively large, and the topdressing work throughout the entire growth period must be no less than 2 times. The first time is around the budding stage, and the second time needs to be within 7 days after bud removal. Urea or compound fertilizer can be used, and attention should be paid to the topdressing amount; the total weight per mu should not exceed 50 kg. After each topdressing, water and cover the soil in a timely manner to dilute the fertilizer, promote absorption, and improve the soil's fertilizer retention capacity.
3. Water management
The growth of Atractylodes macrocephala has a very large demand for water, so during the planting process we must keep the soil moist to meet the water requirements of Atractylodes macrocephala. Especially when Atractylodes macrocephala grows to the expansion stage, the water demand will further increase, so at this stage special attention must be paid to irrigation. If encountering a high-temperature and drought environment, not only should cooling and shading work be done well, but watering should also be done in a timely manner. However, it should be noted that water should not be excessive, and in rainy weather, accumulated water should be drained from the field in a timely manner.
4. Timely bud removal
Because the medicinal part of Atractylodes macrocephala is usually the rhizome, the demand for flowers is not very great, so in order to avoid flowers competing for nutrients and reduce nutrient consumption, when Atractylodes macrocephala begins to bud, the flower buds should be gradually removed completely to promote the concentration of nutrients in Atractylodes macrocephala. Bud removal can effectively improve the quality and yield of the Atractylodes macrocephala roots and further expand one's planting economic benefits. However, it should be noted that when removing buds, there should not be water on the flower buds and leaves.
5. Reasonable grass covering
Grass covering is for improving the soil's water and fertilizer retention, preventing soil erosion, increasing fertilizer consumption, and raising planting costs. In addition, reasonable grass covering can also control ground temperature, play a certain insulation role, help Atractylodes macrocephala overwinter, and improve the overwintering survival rate of Atractylodes macrocephala. Ensure the final yield and prevent some unnecessary losses. For the grass material, leaves, wheat bran, and the like can be chosen.
The medicinal value of Atractylodes macrocephala is extremely high, and it also has a certain preventive and therapeutic effect on some diseases, such as enteritis, liver cancer, and so on. It is not only a formula medication in traditional Chinese medicine, but is also used to make some prepared medicines, so the current market for Atractylodes macrocephala is very good. However, after all, it is a medicinal material, and planting will still carry certain risks. I hope everyone will consider it carefully. Today's introduction ends here. This article is for reference only, and I hope it can be of some help to everyone.