How to raise Zi Xuanyue

How to raise Zi Xuanyue

Othonna capensis (scientific name: Othonna capensis) is a succulent plant that is loved for its purple stems and leaves and hanging growth form. In recent years, Purple Xuanyue has become a popular choice among succulent plant lovers. This article will introduce the maintenance methods of Zi Xuanyue in detail and provide structured data to help you better understand its growth needs.

1. Basic information about Zi Xuanyue

2. Maintenance points of Zi Xuanyue

1. Lighting requirements

Purple Xuanyue likes sufficient light, but in summer, it needs to avoid direct sunlight to avoid burning the leaves. It can accept full sunshine in spring and autumn, but needs to be placed indoors with sufficient sunshine in winter.

2. Watering method

Zi Xuanyue is drought-tolerant, and watering should follow the principle of "dry thoroughly and water thoroughly". Increase watering frequency appropriately during high temperatures in summer and reduce watering in winter to avoid water accumulation and root rot.

3. Soil selection

Purple Xuanyue likes loose and breathable soil. It is recommended to use special soil for succulents or prepare it yourself (peat soil: perlite: vermiculite = 3:1:1).

4. Fertilization management

Purple Xuanyue does not have high fertilizer requirements. It is enough to apply diluted succulent fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring and autumn), and stop fertilizing in summer and winter.

3. Common problems and solutions

1. Leaves turn yellow

It may be caused by overwatering or insufficient light. Improvement can be achieved by reducing watering frequency and increasing lighting.

2. Leggy stems

Insufficient light will cause the stems to grow leggy. Move the plant to a sunny location and trim the overgrown parts appropriately.

3. Pests and diseases

Occasionally, purple worms are infected with scale insects or red spider mites. When you find an infestation, you can wipe it with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol or spray it with insecticide.

4. Reproduction methods

Purple Xuanyue can be propagated through cuttings, the method is simple and the survival rate is high.

1. Stem cutting method

Cut a healthy stem segment (about 5-10cm), dry the wound and insert it into moist soil. Keep the soil slightly moist. Roots will take place in about 1-2 weeks.

2. Leaf insertion method

Place healthy leaves flat on the soil surface and keep the environment moist. Seedlings will grow in about 2-3 weeks.

5. Summary

Purple Xuanyue is an easy-to-maintain succulent plant. As long as you master the key points of light, watering, soil and fertilization, it can grow healthily. Its unique purple stems and leaves and hanging shape are very suitable for hanging cultivation or as pot decoration. I hope this article can help you better care for Zi Xuanyue and enjoy the fun brought by succulents!