Calamus, a common Chinese medicinal material, has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and relieving pain. In the process of growing a stone calamus, there are some key steps and details that need to be taken care of to ensure that it grows well and has a stable yield. This article will introduce the cultivation method of stone iris in detail.
1. Choose a planting location.
First of all, it is necessary to choose a suitable location for the growth of calamus. Acorus prefers a warm, moist environment, so it should be planted in a sunny place with good drainage and fertile soil.
2. Soil preparation and fertilization.
Before planting, the land should be deeply cultivated to remove weeds and stones to make the soil soft and breathable. At the same time, sufficient basal fertilizer should be applied to provide sufficient nutrients for the growth of calamus.
3. Reproduction methods.
Acorus can be propagated by seed propagation or branch propagation. Seed propagation is generally sown in the spring, the seeds are evenly sprinkled on the soil, covered with a thin layer of soil, and then watered to moisturize. Dividing propagation is carried out in autumn, and the mother plant is dug out and divided into several small plants and planted separately.
4. Field management.
Watering: Acoris needs to keep the soil moist as it grows, so it should be watered regularly. During the dry season, increase the frequency of watering to maintain soil moisture.
Fertilization: During the growth process, it is necessary to fertilize in time according to the growth of the calamus. A combination of root fertilization and foliar spraying is generally used to meet the nutrients required for growth.
Weeding: Weeding should be done in time during the growth process to prevent weeds from competing with calamus for nutrients.
Pest control: Acorus may be attacked by pests and diseases during the growth process, so it is necessary to pay attention to observation and take control measures in time.
5. Harvesting and processing.
Acorus can generally be harvested after two years of growth. When harvesting, it should be carried out in sunny weather, and the aboveground parts should be divided and dried to dry. If further processing is required, it can be sliced and dried or sautéed and saved.
In short, the planting of Acorus glacius needs to pay attention to the key steps such as choosing a suitable planting site, preparing the land and fertilizing, selecting the appropriate propagation method, strengthening field management and timely harvesting and processing. Only by mastering the correct planting methods and management skills can we ensure that the growth of the stone iris is good and the yield is stable.