What other names does Houttuynia cordata have? What you know may be its aliases
Houttuynia cordata is a Chinese herbal medicine included in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia. It is a plant of the genus Houttuynia in the family Saururaceae. At the same time, it is also a very common plant. You may have seen it before, but not recognized it.
Aliases of Houttuynia cordata
Dog heart grass, folded ear root, dog spot ear.
Habits of Houttuynia cordata
Houttuynia cordata prefers a warm and humid climate, and is intolerant of drought. Its underground stems overwinter and will not freeze to death at -10~0°C. The underground stems grow and can sprout at an air temperature of 12°C. The early growth stage requires 16~20°C, and the underground stem maturation stage requires 20~25°C.
Houttuynia cordata likes moisture and tolerates waterlogging. It requires moist soil, with a water-holding capacity of 75% to 80%. The soil should be slightly acidic, pH 6~7, with fertile sandy loam and humus loam being best.
Fertilization is mainly with nitrogen fertilizer, with appropriate application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer. In soil rich in organic matter, the underground stems of Houttuynia cordata grow thick and strong.
The flower language of Houttuynia cordata
Pulsation. People born under the blessing of this flower are competitive and aggressive throughout their lives, and rarely are ordinary people.
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