What are the alternative names for the succulent Zichinengnian (Orostachys boehmeri)?
Its original name is Zichilianhua (Orostachys boehmeri). As the name suggests, the Japanese word "zichi" means "having children", and "lianhua" (lotus) refers to "nianhua" (years); this simply and vividly expresses the plant's appearance. This variety is native to Japan's Hokkaido region and the coast of Aomori, is a plant unique to Japan, and is called "Zichinengnian" by many people.
Growth Habits of Zichinengnian
Zichinengnian is native to Southeast Asia and belongs to the genus Orostachys in the Crassulaceae family; summer is its growing season.
It likes a warm, dry and sunny environment, is not cold-tolerant, and the winter temperature must not be lower than 5°C; it tolerates partial shade and drought.
Favorite temperature: the suitable temperature is 20-25°C.
Watering: it fears waterlogging and strong light; water in spring and autumn.
Propagation method: mostly by sowing or division.
Pests and diseases: it is prone to mealybugs.
Combination suggestion: suggested companion plants are Hongzhiyu (Sedum rubrotinctum) and Yudiaozhong (Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi).
Care Tips for Zichinengnian
When you first bring the potted plant home, place it on a windowsill with a sheer curtain; do not place it in a shaded, poorly ventilated spot.
Potting soil: repot every spring. Use a mix of leaf mold, culture soil and coarse sand, with a small amount of bone meal added.
Watering: water moderately from spring to autumn, and keep it dry in winter.
Temperature: when the summer temperature is above 40°C, stop watering. It rather likes fertilizer; fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Pests: when a small number of mealybugs are found, you can catch and kill them; when there are many, spray with a 1000-fold dilution of 50% omethoate emulsifiable concentrate.
Propagation Methods for Zichinengnian
Seed propagation: sow as soon as the seeds mature; the suitable germination temperature is 13-18°C.
Division propagation: divide in spring, and it can be done together with repotting.
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