Chinese name: Ji pineapple

Aliases: Crableaf Ji pineapple, Zijin pineapple

Binary name: Cryptanthus acaulis Beer

Branch : Bromeliaceae

Distribution area: native to tropical South America, mainly in the virgin forests of Brazil

1. Morphological characteristics of pineapple ji

Ji Pineapple has an underground stem, the aerial part is stemless, the leaf base is clustered on the stem root, the leaves are arranged in a rosette, narrow and long lanceolate, and the leathery is thick and hard, the surface is reddish-brown with longitudinal stripes, the top is acuminate, the base is slightly narrow, and the edge It is undulating, with short spines, the back of the leaf is phosphorous white, the inflorescence is monoecious, and the petals are white and leathery.

2. Habits of Ji pineapple

Ji pineapple likes a sunny environment, and the plants have bright colors, but do not receive direct sunlight in summer, and the optimum growth temperature is 15℃-30℃. It is drought-resistant and not cold-resistant. The growth of plants is hindered when the temperature is lower than 10 degrees. If the temperature is too low, it will be frozen. It has certain requirements on the soil. It is suitable for growth in neutral or slightly acidic sandy humus and peat soil, and avoid water accumulation.

3. Cultivation of pineapple ji

pineapple ji is cultivated by sowing, cutting, and division. The shaft is cut from the base, the apex leaflet is retained, and it is inserted into the sand bed, shaded and maintained, and protected from high humidity. Divide is a commonly used method. It is carried out when changing pots. The sprouting among the leaves of the flowering mother plant is separated, and the rhizomes are cut and planted. After planting, pay attention to shade, and it is easy to survive.

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