This article throws light upon the four main steps for growing of cacti and succulents. The steps are: 1. Climate 2. Soil 3. Propagation 4. Watering. Step # 1. Climate: Cacti are adaptable to wide range of climatic conditions. The extremes of temperature i.e. above 35°C and exposure to direct scorching sun results into yellowing and finally rotting. Plants should [...]
This article throws light upon the top three tribes of cactus plants. The tribes are: 1. Pereskieae 2. Opuntieae 3. Cereae. Tribe # 1. Pereskieae: This is the primitive form and near to original forest trees. Plants are leafy bushes, look like citrus trees and have stalked flowers in clusters resembling wild roses. Spines are present but not glochids or [...]
Here is a list of palms found across the world. 1. Livistonia chinensis: It is commonly called as Chinese palm and commonly grown in pots. It is fan leaved palm, slow growing but very ornamental. It is propagated easily through seeds. 2. Chrysalidocarpus lutescens: It is feather leaved palm, slow growing highly suitable for pot culture as well as for [...]