Clivia, native to Africa, is neither heat-resistant nor cold-resistant. It is suitable for growing in a semi-cloudy and semi-humid environment and cannot accept direct light. The temperature should be controlled around 18-28℃, and should not be lower than 10℃ in winter, otherwise the growth will be affected.
Appearance characteristics of Clivia
Clivia Hua Rong grows from leaf axils and blooms when it reaches 15 leaves. Clivia's flowers range from a few to dozens, gathering at the top of the flowers like umbrellas. Each flower is funnel-shaped with 6 petals, and the colors are crimson, orange, orange and light yellow.
The growth environment conditions of Clivia
1. place of origin: Clivia is native to the tropical region of southern Africa, and is afraid of heat and cold. It likes semi-humid environment and strong direct sunlight.
2. Growth temperature: The optimum growth temperature of Clivia is between 18 ~ 28℃, and the growth will be inhibited when it is lower than 10℃ in winter or higher than 30℃ in summer.
3. Growing soil: Clivia likes deep and fertile soil and is suitable for growing in fertile slightly acidic organic soil.
Clivia growth process
1. Germination: Clivia seeds can germinate in half a month if the temperature is appropriate after sowing.
2, long leaves: Clivia germinates for about a month and a half, and grows a leaf bank.
3, flowering: Clivia leaves bloom when they grow to twelve pieces, and its flowering period is generally from New Year's Day to Spring Festival.
4. Hibernation: Clivia goes into hibernation in summer. The demand for water and fertilizer is not high at this time, so don't water it too much.
Cultivation points of potted Clivia
1, moisture: Clivia is drought-tolerant, so it is not watered very much. Look at the dryness of the basin soil when watering.
2, temperature: Clivia culture temperature 15-25℃ is the best, like semi-cloudy, do not expose to the sun when maintaining health.
3. Fertilization: Clivia is a fertilizer-loving plant, but it can't be fertilized indiscriminately. Generally, it can be applied once every other month in spring and autumn.
4, lighting: Clivia likes half yin and half yang. In summer, it is usually enough to sunbathe for 3~5 hours every day, but you can't sunbathe in strong light.