The secret of home comfort lies not only in furniture, its proper arrangement, decor, and interior items that are dear to the heart. Potted flowers can transform even the most dull environment beyond recognition. Home plants can give a feeling of warmth, tranquility and joy.
The real gem of the flower collection will be chrysalidocarpus. Home care for him does not require special efforts, and his spectacular greens are able to please the eye of even the most demanding lover of potted flowers.
Homeland of Chrysalidocarpus
In our country, this palm tree is an exotic guest. The range of its natural growth is Oceania, Madagascar and tropical Asia. Under natural conditions, the height of the chrysalidocarpus can reach 9 meters and a trunk diameter of 25-30 cm. The palm tree belongs to the Arecaceae family, so sometimes this plant is also called the "areca". The name "chrysalidocarpus" in translation from ancient Greek means "golden fruit", and this is quite justified - yellow fruits appear on the stems of palm trees in their natural habitat.
Chrysalidocarpus. Home Care
Exotic plants in our homes have long been not uncommon. The most adapted type of palm for home breeding chrysalidocarpus is yellowish. It is also called "chrysalidocarpus lutescens." Home care for this plant is not particularly difficult.
That is why the palm tree has earned many fans, its lush voluminous bushes adorn homes, offices, public places. Like many representatives of the tropics, like the areca plant, chrysalidocarpus, home care for which requires some specifics, needs increased attention.
Plant Maintenance Rules
One of the main requirements that must be observed in order to grow a beautiful and healthy palm is high-quality lighting. For this, the southern windows of the dwelling are ideal. But bright sunlight, especially in the summer, chrysalidocarpus will not like it. From noon, it is better to protect the flower from direct exposure to rays. As the plants grow older, you can rearrange the pot to a less lit area. Adult palm easily tolerates partial shade. In which pot should chrysalidocarpus grow? Home care involves the complete exclusion of drafts and overheating of the plant. These factors are detrimental to the foliage and root system of the palm.
The optimum temperature for good development is 20-25 degrees. But even if the thermometer goes down to 18, the palm tree will not die. However, growth under such conditions will be slow. Watering is carried out as necessary and in no case should be excessive. The root system does not tolerate waterlogging. It is necessary to ensure that no moisture remains in the pan of the pot with the plant. To eliminate impurities, water from the irrigation tap needs to be filtered or left to stand for several days.
What else does yellow chrysalidocarpus need? Home care must necessarily include hydration of the foliage, especially in the summer. Using the spray gun you can spray the green part of the palm tree every 3-4 days. For adult plants, you can arrange a real shower, but with care so as not to break the stems with a stream. Excess moisture on the leaves must be removed.
How to transplant chrysalidocarpus
This palm tree has a fairly powerful root system, so a young plant should be transplanted annually. Chrysalidocarpus painfully suffers this procedure. Therefore, it is best to transplant the plant when the drainage is replaced in the pot and the earth is replenished. Adult specimens need to be transplanted no more than once every 3 years. The optimal period is March-April.
It is better to purchase a deep pot in which chrysalidocarpus will feel comfortable. Care requires high requirements for the soil mixture in which the palm will be grown. Its drainage qualities are very important. Stagnant moisture is detrimental to the plant, so the mixture of pumice, pine bark, pebbles, peat, humus, charcoal will be optimal in composition. A ready-made purchased substrate for growing palm trees from a flower shop is also suitable.
Breeding
Chrysalidocarpus at home breeding is propagated by seeds and root processes. Vegetative division of the root system occurs regardless of the time of year. The shoots are located next to the main stem. Do not use root offspring less than 30 cm in height for propagation - the plant will be sick for a long time. To transplant a suitable process, it is necessary to separate it from the mother root with a sharp knife, being careful not to damage the main trunk. All leaves must be removed from the new shoot, and the cut-off place on the main plant should be dried for two days, treated with a fungicide.
The root system of the offspring must also first be treated with an antibacterial drug, and then with a root stimulant. For rooting, the stalk is planted in a substrate of coarse perlite or sand. The optimum temperature for good rooting and plant growth is 27-29 C. It is better to keep the pot in partial shade. The rooting period is about three months. After the plant begins to grow green mass, it can be transplanted into a soil mixture for palm trees.
You can grow a palm tree and from the seeds. Chrysalidocarpus, home care which is not difficult, in this case will require more patience. First, soak the seeds for a couple of days in warm water. After that, they are ready for planting in light soil mixture. Shoots will appear no sooner than after 12-16 weeks, subject to temperature, humidity and lighting. The optimum temperature for seedlings is 20-25 degrees. The pot with seedlings should be well lit. You can transplant a young palm after the first leaf is formed.
Top dressing
For the development and spectacular appearance of a palm tree, top dressing is required. In addition, a strong plant will be more resistant to disease. For these purposes, a conventional fertilizer for indoor flowers or mineral for ornamental and deciduous plants is suitable. Top dressing is carried out from late spring to early fall with a frequency of once every two weeks.
Diseases and Pests
Chrysalidocarpus is susceptible to fungal infections and root rot. The main symptom of a plant's disease is spots or stripes of red, brown, and even black, surrounded by a yellow fringing, found along the entire length of the leaf plate. The appearance of the palm tree is significantly deteriorating. If the plant is not treated, the spots merge with each other, and it dies. For treatment and prevention, any fungicide sold in a flower shop is suitable. In addition, the plant can be infected by pests: mealybug, whitefly, scabbard, spider mite.
This one requires chrysalidocarpus care at home. Photos of pests can be seen in special literature or on forums of flower growers. For the prevention of fungal diseases and pests, it is recommended to remove dried leaves and not over-moisten the plant.
Bloom
Unfortunately, even with the most careful care at home, chrysalidocarpus will not bloom. But even without this, the palm will become a real decoration of the home interior, and it will not require much time and special skills in taking care of yourself.