Morphological characteristics:
Longevity flower is a perennial succulent herb, which is native to Madagascar. The stems are erect, and the plant height is 10 ~ 30 cm. The leaves are opposite, fleshy, oval or oval, with thick round or wavy edges, green or dark green and shiny. Cymes, clusters of small flowers at the top of pedicels form clusters, with dozens of them. There are many varieties, such as crimson, pink, orange, yellow, orange, purple and white. Flowers bloom in winter and spring.
Key points of daily maintenance:
Temperature: I like a warm environment. The suitable growth temperature is 15 ~ 20℃, and the winter temperature is not lower than 5℃. When the temperature exceeds 30℃ in summer, plants tend to grow white and loose stems and leaves.
Daylighting: Full sunshine and half sunshine are ideal. When the light is sufficient, the plants are short and strong, and the colors are bright. The leaves are green when the light is weak. When the light is too weak, the stems and leaves are soft and slender, and the flowers are few and small. Suitable for planting and placing on the east, south and north balconies at home.
Watering: Drought-resistant and moisture-resistant. Generally, the upper part of the basin soil is dry before watering. When the temperature is low in winter, the basin soil is completely dry before watering.
Fertilization: from spring to autumn, apply a small amount of compound fertilizer particles of nitrogen: phosphorus: potassium = 1: 1: 1 to the basin soil every 20 days or so, and do not apply fertilizer in winter.
Fengshui implication of longevity flower:
Because it is named longevity flower, it means health, longevity, peace and good luck. Potted plants are good gifts for elders. Longevity flower is one of the most popular potted flowers in the Lunar New Year market every year.
Application and placement of longevity flowers;
Longevity flowers are compact in structure, small and exquisite, with thin green leaves and flowers. The whole flower viewing time can be as long as 2 months, which is very suitable for family potted plants. It is more ornamental to combine varieties of different colors when flowering. Flowering plants can be placed on various countertops, desktops, flower stands or coffee tables in the hall.