Chlorophytum Rigidum

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in biology, Chlorophytum Rigidum (Latin:Chlorophytum rigidum Kunth ) is a plant of Asparagaceae, Diuranthera, aflowering plant species. have long and slender leaves, fleshy tuberous roots, and often produce small white flowers. They reproduce vegetatively through plantlets, which immediately take root upon touching the ground. Some chlorophytum rigidum make popular houseplants and are commonly found in hanging pots.

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Water

Chlorophytum rigidum prefers a humid environment and needs continually moist potting soil. In summer, watering is recommended once every morning and evening, and spraying of water to the leaves once or twice a day during vigorous growth to increase air humidity. Water once a day in spring and fall. In winter, the watering frequency can be appropriately reduced, and watering can be done once every 4-5 days. Without regular watering, it may turn yellow and withered and its ornamental value will be reduced. Water thoroughly every time until the soil is saturated and excess water is fully drained from the drain hole at the bottom of the flowerpot.

Fertilizer

Nitrogen, phosphate and organic fertilizer are mainly used for chlorophytum rigidum. Apply organic liquid fertilizer every 7-10 days in spring, summer and fall. The growth of chlorophytum rigidum is slow at temperatures higher than 30 ℃ in summer and lower than 10 ℃in winter. Excessive fertilization will lead to accumulation of fertilizer and cause root rot. In that case, fertilization should be avoided or the frequency should be reduced.

Sunlight

Chlorophytum rigidum prefers partial shade environments and is resistant to low light, so it is suitable for growth under medium light conditions. Direct exposure to strong sunlight should be avoided in spring and fall. 50%-70% of the sunlight should be shielded when there is especially strong sunlight in summer. Otherwise, the leaf tips can turn yellow and wither. In winter, the light should be increased to ensure normal growth of plants and fresh, tender green leaves. It should be placed 61 to 152 cm from a sunny window in the room.

Soil

Chlorophytum rigidum has good adaptability to soil and is more suitable to grow in soil that is permeable and well-drained, loose and fertile, rich in humus, and with a pH value of 6-7. The potting culture medium should not be a single type of soil. It can be leaf mold or peat mixed with garden soil and river sand in equal volume. A small amount of fertilizer can be added as base fertilizer. The culture medium can also be composed of leaf mold and sandy soil mixed with a ratio of 3:7. Roots are prone to rot in cases of standing water and poor ventilation at the bottom of the pot. Changing the soil once a year is recommended and potting at least once every two years to ensure flourishing growth.

Chlorophytum likes a warm, humid and semi-shady environment. It has strong adaptability, is more drought-tolerant, and not very cold-tolerant. No matter the soil, it grows better in well-drained, loose and fertile sandy soil. The requirements for light are not strict, and it is generally suitable for growth under medium light conditions, and it is also resistant to weak light. The optimum temperature for growth is 15-25°C, and the overwintering temperature is 5°C. It grows fastest when the temperature is 20-24°C, and it is also easy to draw stolons. Growth stops above 30°C, and the leaves often turn yellow and dry. Keep the room temperature above 12°C in winter, and the plants can grow normally, and the leaves will bloom; if the temperature is too low, the growth will be retarded or dormant; if the temperature is lower than 5°C, cold damage will easily occur.