Ardizia grows in a subtropical climate. It belongs to the Mirsinov family. Represents evergreen shrub or small tree with shiny dark green leaves and red berries, peas.
The flower of Ardizia is shaped like an arrow, so translated from the Greek word "ardis". Also called Coral Tree and Christmas Berry.
Home care
Few know about Ardizia. This plant has many virtues. In addition to decorative leaves, for a long time the tree is decorated with beads of berries. What makes the flower unusual and interesting in appearance.
Rod Ardiziya has more 800 species. In the indoor floriculture, Ardizia is cultivated or, according to scientific Ardisia crenata.
The plant in the indoor environment rarely grows above a meter. The leaves are densely, multi-tier. Blossoms in small white or pink flowers with a light scent.
This is one of the few plants that bears fruit at home. Berries can be stored on the tree all year round, enhancing the decorative function.
Christmas berdy Ardiziyu called because the fruits become the most intense color on the eve of Christmas.
This plant will decorate your garden on the windowsill. It looks great in the flowering period and when the berries appear.
Also about the care of Ardizia, read the article on our website.
Care after purchase
When Ardiziya appears in the house, the first thing they do is inspect. Attention should be paid to the state of the substrate and the size of the pot flower. Eliminate the presence of pests in the soil. If necessary, the flower is transplanted.
Flowerpot for a plant should be a little tight - so Ardiziya blooms better.
Lighting
Ardizia is a southern plant and needs sufficient light. It will withstand a certain amount of direct sunlight, but it is better to keep in diffused light.
Comfortably, the flower will be on the window on the east side, where the sun enters its inactive clock.
Temperature
Despite the southern homeland, Ardizia does not like the heat. Under natural conditions, the coral tree hides in the shadows. The ideal summer temperature is around 20 ° C and in winter 15-18 ° C.
In the warm season you can take the plant to fresh air. But protect from the hot sun. Ardiziya does not like drafts.
Ground Requirements, Transfer
Ardiziya grows slowly. Therefore, it is transplanted about once every three years. The pot is increased when the roots no longer fit in the pot. The best time for transplanting is spring.
Young plants need more frequent transplant - once a year.
It is advisable to add a fresh substrate to the vases every spring.
The soil Ardiziya not demanding. But compulsory for normal growth, is the presence of drainage. It is best to choose a substrate loose structure, for example, peat.
Watering and humidity
Ardizia needs enough water. In spring and summer, you need to water frequently and plentifully. In winter, watering is somewhat reduced, depending on the conditions of detention. The colder - the less water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.
Airways need moist air, so you should spray it regularly. Periodically (about once a month), wipe the leaves with a damp cloth, gently, so as not to touch the berries.
For irrigation use distilled warm water.
At the time of flowering spraying stopped. During this period it is possible to place a container with water near the flower.
Important. For fruit set, moisture must be at least 60%
Flowering and fruiting
Ardiziya happy flowers and berries for a long time. The better the growth conditions, the longer. Flowers are usually many. Small, white or pink, gathered in inflorescences.
In order for the fruit to start, the temperature must be above 12 ° C, otherwise the flowers will simply disappear without an ovary.
The plant is self-pollinated. But for more berries, you can transfer the pollen by hand with a brush. In appearance the fruits are very similar to the clusters of mountain ash.
While the fruits are tied, Ardizia is most vulnerable. At this time, you need to feed the plant 2 times a month with any suitable fertilizer.
Crown formation
In the spring, you can cut or pinch the branches in the airdo. Due to this, the crown of the tree will be more fluffy. It is enough to shorten the shoots on several buds. Carry out this procedure before flowering.
Also, the house grows the following tree houseplants: Ficus "Eden", "Black Prince", "Dull", "Bengal", "Kinki", Cypress "Goldcrest Vilma", Avocados, Lemons "Panderos", "Pavlovsky", some types of decorative coniferous plants and others. Many of them are suitable for creating compositions bonsai.
Breeding
Reproduction occurs by seed or cuttings.
- Seeds are obtained from the fruit of Ardizia. To this end, select the largest fruits, fully ripe. For better germination, cut the seed. Before planting seeds, it is desirable to soak in growth stimulants.
The best time to land in the ground - the second half of winter. The seeds are immersed in the substrate for 1 cm. Then the pot is covered with cellophane or glass. It is advisable to keep the pots at a temperature of 20 ° C.
The first shoots will appear after 1-1.5 months. Planted plants when sprouts reach 7-8 cm. Flowering occurs for 3 year after landing.
Sometimes the seeds don't even have to be planted. Berries, falling into the ground, sprout independently near the parent plant. It is only necessary to plant grown stalks into separate pots.
- Cuttings produced by pruning shoots from the top of the tree. Rooting is hard. Pre-treated cuttings with special solutions for the formation of roots. After planting, it is necessary to maintain a temperature of about 25 ° C.
A photo
In the photo below you can get acquainted with the appearance of Ardizia:
Benefit and harm
Ardizia non toxic. Berries are inedible, but if accidentally swallowed harm will not cause. For example, in China, fruits are considered healing and are used for arthritis, snake bites and injuries.
Ardizia is great for decorating premises. The tree looks most beautiful in winter, so the Christmas berry will be a good gift for relatives and friends for the New Year holidays.
Diseases and pests
Of the pests Ardiziya most often affects:
- Thrips. Need treatment with special chemicals, often repeated. At the time of the fight against the pest, the plant is removed from other flowers. It is advisable to change the soil, pre-washing the roots;
- Spider mite. Chemicals are often powerless in the fight against ticks, but spraying with oil-based preparations helps. It is important to choose the correct processing frequency.
From diseases ardiziyu strike fungal and the rot. For prevention you need to keep the plant in suitable conditions.
The following problems may occur:
- Leaves fall. The reason is excessive or insufficient watering;
- Yellow leaves. Indicates a lack of iron, dry air or poor lighting;
- Dry spots on the leaves. They appear as burns from direct sunlight;
- Dry edges at the leaves. The reason is drafts, low temperature or insufficient watering.
Conclusion
Ardizia is a very interesting plant. With proper care, the berries on it are stored all year round. The tree looks bright and will refresh your window sill in a cold time when the rest of the flowers are resting.
In addition, Ardizia is safe and does not harm either children or animals, if accidentally swallowed. Will not cause difficulties in the care.
