How many years can yellow essence be harvested? Today, let's follow the experienced medicine farmers to learn the planting skills of Polygonatum polygonatum and master the best harvest time.
Polygonatum polygonatum (Polygonatum polygonatum vulgaris), also known as tiger ginger and chicken head ginseng, is a perennial herb of the family Liliaceae, and is one of the traditional Chinese medicinal materials. Its rhizomes are used as medicine, which has the effects of replenishing qi and nourishing yin, strengthening the spleen, moistening the lungs, and benefiting the kidneys, and is often used for the symptoms of spleen and stomach weakness, fatigue, dry mouth and less food, lung deficiency and dry cough, lack of sperm and blood, internal heat and thirst. With people's pursuit of a healthy life, the market demand for Polygonatum polygonatum has increased year by year, and planting Polygonatum polygonatum has also become a good project for many medicinal farmers to increase their income and get rich.
First, the harvest cycle of Polygonatum polygonatum
The harvest cycle of Polygonatum polygonatum varies depending on the planting method, variety, and local climatic conditions. Generally speaking, the cultivation cycle of Polygonatum polygonatum is about 3 to 5 years. If it is a seed propagation, it usually takes 3 to 4 years to harvest; In the case of rhizome propagation, it can be harvested in 2 to 3 years. When harvesting, the above-ground parts should be cut off first, and then the rhizomes should be dug out, the soil should be shaken off, the fibrous roots should be removed, and they should be dried or dried in the sun after washing. It should be noted that it is necessary to avoid damaging the rhizome when digging, so as not to affect the quality of the medicinal herbs.
Second, the planting skills of Polygonatum polygonatum
Land selection and land preparation:Polygonatum polygonatum prefers a cool and humid environment, hardy, drought-resistant, and waterlogged, so it is most suitable to choose sandy loam or humus loam soil with deep soil, loose and fertile, and good drainage. Before planting, plough the ground deeply, remove weeds and stones, and ensure that the soil is loose and breathable.
Breeding Method:There are two main propagation methods of Polygonatum polygonatum and rhizome propagation and seed propagation. Rhizome propagation is generally carried out in spring, where the rhizome is cut into small sections, each segment retains 2-3 bud eyes, and then planted according to the specifications of 20-30 cm row spacing and 10-15 cm plant spacing. For seed propagation, seeds need to be collected after the fruit is ripe in autumn, dried and stored in the sand until sowing in spring.
Field Management:During the growth of Polygonatum polygonatum polygonatum should be paid attention to weeding, soil loosening and fertilization. Weeding should be combined with loose soil to avoid damage to the root system; Fertilization is mainly organic fertilizer, supplemented by chemical fertilizer, and generally topdressing 2-3 times a year. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to pest control, regularly check the growth of plants, and take timely measures to prevent and control pests and diseases.
In short, mastering the planting skills and harvest timing of Polygonatum polygonatum is the key to increasing the income of medicine farmers. Through the introduction of this article, I believe you have a deeper understanding of the cultivation of Polygonatum polygonatum. So, you might as well take action, devote yourself to the ranks of yellow essence planting, and create your own beautiful life with diligence and wisdom!