Atractylodes macrocephalus, as a widely used Chinese medicinal material, is affected by a variety of complex factors. This kind of impact is like a delicate ecological picture, each of which is related to the final output benefit, including the selection of planting areas, the optimization of soil conditions, the improvement of planting technology, the rationality of variety selection, and the suitability of climatic conditions.
First of all, the difference in planting area is one of the important factors affecting the yield of Atractylodes. Different geographical environment and climatic conditions play a decisive role in the growth and development of Atractylodes macrocephalus. Generally speaking, Atractylodes atractylodes prefers a warm, moist and well-drained environment, so it is cultivated in places such as the Yangtze River basin and the North China Plain, where it tends to achieve higher yields due to its abundant sunlight, suitable temperature, and abundant rainfall.
Secondly, soil conditions are also crucial for the growth of Atractylodes. Atractylodes atractylodes is suitable for growing in loose and fertile, well-drained sandy loam or yellow loam soil, and the soil rich in organic matter helps to improve the nutrient absorption capacity of Atractylodes, thereby promoting the healthy growth of plants, increasing the size and weight of tuber roots, and indirectly increasing the yield per mu.
In addition, planting technology and variety selection are also the key links that affect the yield of Atractylodes. The use of excellent varieties of Atractylodes macrocephalus, which has strong resistance to diseases and insect pests and vigorous growth, is naturally conducive to increasing yield. Scientific and reasonable planting techniques, such as timely sowing, adjusting the sowing time according to seasonal changes and temperature, to ensure that seeds can germinate under the best conditions; Reasonable dense planting not only ensures the effective progress of photosynthesis, but also avoids growth restriction caused by overcrowding; Strengthening field management, including timely irrigation, weeding, fertilization and other measures, can effectively improve the growth quality and yield potential of Atractylodes macrocephalus.
In addition, the variability of climatic conditions will also affect the yield per mu of Atractylodes. A moderate temperature difference can stimulate the biological activity of Atractylodes macrocephalus and promote nutrient accumulation, while too cold or too hot may have an inhibiting effect on its growth. Therefore, in the period of severe climate change, corresponding protective measures should be taken, such as building shade nets and adding insulation facilities, to reduce the negative impact of climate fluctuations.
In general, the yield of dried Atractylodes macrocephalus per mu is about 300-500 kilograms, and the weight of fresh products can reach about 1000-1500 kilograms. However, these figures are only used as a guideline, and the actual production output will be specifically affected by many of the factors mentioned above. In order to achieve high yield and stable yield in the process of planting Atractylodes, in addition to following the basic planting rules, it is also necessary to flexibly use scientific planting management methods according to the actual local situation, so as to maximize the production potential of Atractylodes macrocephalus and achieve a double harvest of economic and ecological benefits.