Cold spray, also known as ice water flower.

Cold spray, Urticaceae, perennial herbs; Different varieties have different leaf shapes and patterns, which is a very popular small-scale foliage green plant. White flowers will also bloom, and the natural flowering period is June-September.

Growing habits:

Cold spray is distributed in China, Guangxi, Guangdong and other places, and rough skin is also distributed in Viet Nam and Japan. Growing in a valley, stream or shady place under the forest; I like warm and humid environment and loose and fertile sand. The suitable growth temperature is 15 ~ 25℃, and it should not be lower than 5℃ in winter.

Common varieties:

Cold water spray for wrinkled leaves, cold water spray for flowers and leaves, cold water spray for round leaves, cold water spray for red leaves, cold water spray for small leaves and cold water spray for brocade leaves.

Maintenance method:

1. Pot soil: It needs loose and fertile soil rich in humus, and it is best to change pots when the temperature rises in spring.

2. Humidity: it likes a humid environment, keeping the basin soil moist but not too wet, otherwise the roots will rot easily; It also needs high air humidity, so that the leaves can be bright green and the patterns are good-looking; In winter, spray less water on leaves and control watering.

3. Temperature: the optimum temperature for its growth is 15 ~ 25℃, and the minimum temperature for overwintering shall not be lower than 5℃, so keep warm in winter.

4. Lighting: It likes sunshine, but it is afraid of strong light, but it can also withstand shade. Direct sunlight or exposure should be avoided, and soft scattered light should be given appropriately to make the leaves shiny, bright and beautiful.

5. Fertilization: Apply 65,438+0 times liquid nitrogen fertilizer (28%) within two weeks during the growth period, and add phosphorus and potassium fertilizer after autumn.