How to plant a stonecrop (Sedum) Morgan

Fans of various succulents will never miss the opportunity to have another stonecap of Morgan, or Sedum. Flowering gives a special value to it - quite a rare phenomenon, possible only when creating ideal conditions for a plant. Let's get acquainted with this flower closer.

Botanical description

The Latin name sedum Sedum morganianum comes from the word "sedare", which means "pacify". The plant received this name because of its healing properties. And the name "stonecrop" is borrowed from the Ukrainian language, from the word "cleansing" - again because the plant was used as a healing and cleansing agent.

Consider the most popular stonecrop varieties: prominent, purple and large.

You can also hear such names as "donkey's tail" or "monkey's tail" - this is the name for the stonecrop of Morgana. And all because of the interesting appearance: stems up to 1 m long, similar to the tail hanging from the flowerpot. The shoots themselves are tightly covered with cone-shaped bulky leaves from 2 to 4 cm long. These stems resemble elongated bunches of grapes.

Like many representatives of succulents, this flower has leaves covered with a matte wax coating. He is here for a reason - this is protection from the scorching sun. If the sheet is broken, liquid will flow out of it - this is a supply of water for the dry period.

Important! In order to make the sedum stems grow evenly, turn it a couple of times a month by 20-25 °. Then it will be illuminated from all sides and will not lose its shape.

The flowering of the stonecap of Morgan is especially appreciated: several pink or purple flowers bloom on the tip of each shoot, and the plant begins to look very impressive. But you can see it only on adult Sedum and only with the right content. Flowers with a diameter of up to 2 cm have a stellate shape and grow on fleshy legs, on one shoot there can be groups of 5-6 pieces. No matter how large the sedum is, its rhizome remains almost unchanged in size, which allows it to choose medium-sized pots for it.

Spread

This heat-loving plant is originally from Mexico. But you can find it in the wild in South and Central America, Madagascar. Sedum easily tolerates a hot climate and a long dry period, it can grow both in sandy soil and in rocky soil.

Application of a stonecrop of Morgan

This plant is compared with aloe - it also has a positive effect on the condition of the skin, and heals wounds. From stonecore Morgan make decoctions and tinctures. But taking such medicinal liquids inside is not recommended due to the fact that the sedum is poisonous, so you can use them as lotions. They will help remove inflammation, rashes, ulcers and even hemorrhoids.

For skin problems, it is also recommended: medicinal comfrey (zhivokost), horsetail (sausage), lofant anise, asparagus, verbena, mordovnik, parsnip, peony, melon, acacia honey and feijoa.

Growing at home

Sedum Morgana will be interesting to look at pots, table vases, on lawns, on the veranda and alpine slide. It can be grown at home and then transplanted into the open ground.

Conditions of detention

In the homeland of this succulent, in Mexico, there is plenty of sunshine, so at home a sedum needs to be provided with the most lighted space. In winter, due to lack of light, the leaves may begin to fall off. You can save the plant by buying a phytolamp that will work at least 10 hours a day. Thanks to this kind of lighting, the likelihood of flowering increases.

Like Morgan’s stonecrop, the treatment of hemorrhoids is also used: kupena, bathing vessel, laconosa, euphorbia, creeping couch grass, burdock cobweb (felt), medicinal peony, common creeper, celandine, dill seeds (seed), iglich (Ruscus) and momorika.

At any time, the temperature up to 28 ° C is considered comfortable for the plant. In winter, Sedum is at rest, so you can safely keep it at a temperature of up to 13 ° C.

Sow the stonecore Morgan in a regular pot of medium size. It should be wide and flat, as the roots grow in breadth and not deeper. For seedlings, you can plant sprouts in boxes, and then move them to open ground.

Important! Do not be afraid to set stonecrop under direct sunlight - it will favorably affect the development of the flower. Therefore, in summer, give him a place on the windowsill on the sunny side.

Soil and fertilizer

For planting sedum at home, you can use a special soil for cactus. And in the open air, they use ordinary garden soil mixed with river sand.

The earth should always be loose, so that moisture can penetrate well to the roots. Acidity is neutral. Underground must be expanded clay drainage.

To find out which soil for the plant will be most favorable, read how to independently determine the acidity of the soil in the area.

Fertilizers are the same as for cacti. Add them a little once a month, following the instructions. In winter, the plant is better not to touch.

You should not replace the succulent from the pot to the pot, so as not to damage the leaves. They are fragile and can easily break off, and new ones do not grow in return. For this reason, you should carefully trim the sedum to improve the shape.

Watering and moisture

Watering stonecrop should be very careful. If you fill it with water, the root system will rot. Therefore, in the hot season, Sedum is watered as the soil dries. The rule works with this succulent - it is better not to pour it than to pour it, and it is much easier to survive a dry stone cleaning period.

Did you know? According to ancient Greek mythology, one Of the species, Sedum was saved by the son of Hercules, Telepos, when he was wounded by the spear of Achilles.

In winter, watering is reduced by almost 2 times. During this period, the plant is at rest, and the moisture evaporates more slowly, so the stonecrop should be watered occasionally, when it becomes clear that the earth has dried.

Dry air is ideal for this plant. But high humidity can harm. Once a month, the leaves can be sprayed with water to remove dust. But the water pressure should be minimal, because a strong pressure can damage or even break the leaves.

Breeding

It is easiest to propagate the monkey tail at home by cuttings or stems. Seeds complicate the process, so this method is rarely used.

Seeds

If you have got the seeds of sedum, then prepare a long wide pot, a ground for a cactus, a foil and a phytolamp.

Unlike an adult plant, the seeds feel better in a wet and warm room. They do not need to bury, just sow over the ground. After that, cover the pot with a film and place under the light.

You can perform this procedure both in summer and in autumn. In both of these seasons, the plant is in an active state and is ready to grow and multiply.

Morgan stonecrops addition, inflammatory processes also recommend red root (Hedysarum forgot), yarrow, lungwort, ginkgo biloba, kalanchoe, calamus marsh irgu, ivy, kirkazon (aristolohiya), sage (Salvia) pratense, propolis and broccoli.

Vegetative

There are these types of breeding stonecrop:

• grafting;
• division of the bush.

In turn, the cuttings can be propagated:

• leafy;
• stem.

For stem cutting, cut the twigs of a plant up to 7 cm. Tear off the bottom of the leaves and a couple of centimeters bury the stalk in the prepared soil. The plant survives better at temperatures up to 18 ° C. It will be possible to land a young stonecrop in open ground in the spring.

Another way: cut several shoots in the fall and put them in a glass of water. As soon as the cuttings take root, they can be transplanted into a pot or directly into the garden.

You can try to multiply the bush right in the garden without using pots. For this a few cuttings press gently into the fertilized soil and sprinkle with earth. In this way, more than 70% of seedlings are taken root.

Leaves cutting takes a lot of time, as in this case the plant leaves longer. In addition, not all leaves survive as a result.

Did you know? The first known collection of cacti was collected by a London pharmacist Morgan in the 16th century. Since then, these plants began to gain popularity.

Video: Morgan Sedum - grafting The division of the bush can be carried out immediately in the open field. It is necessary to dig a bush without damaging the roots and buds, and divide it in half with the root system. The cut must be lubricated with a fungicide. Allow the seedlings to dry in a cool place and after a couple of hours plant the bushes in the garden.

You can not multiply the plant during flowering. Do this either before or after it.

Pruning

Trimming will help:

• give the plant a beautiful shape;
• accelerate the growth of new shoots.

At home, this procedure is rarely carried out, as the leaves are very sensitive to external influences. However, if the stonecrop has grown heavily, then pruning is the only way to give it a neat look.

It is necessary to carefully cut the stems, trying not to catch the leaves. Better for work to take scissors. Do not break off the stems.

Wintering

In winter, Sedum is at rest. It can not be transplanted, cut, fill with water. As an opportunity, it is worth buying a fitolamp - it will help the stonecrop to feel better in the absence of constant sunlight. The rest - just as the land dries, water the plant.

Possible difficulties in growing

What troubles can you encounter when growing a stonecrop of Morgan:

1. The roots can rot because of the abundant watering, as a result - the leaves turn yellow and fall off, the stem dies off.
2. The appearance of bare areas between the leaves on the stems - this is due to lack of sunlight, low temperature.
3. Falling leaves due to lack of water and fresh air - you need to periodically ventilate the room and increase watering.

You can avoid these problems if you carefully monitor the condition of the plant, and at the slightest signs of illness - to identify the cause and eliminate it.

Pests, diseases and prevention

Most often, Sedum can catch the disease in the summer in the open field. At home, pests are rare.

Plant pests:

1. Aphids and larvae - in this case, garden plants should be treated with special means for the summer period.
2. Nematodes - Worms that eat up the stem. A soap solution and Actellic, which should be used to treat the affected places, will help get rid of them.

If you want your sedum to be healthy and beautiful, learn how to deal with aphids by folk remedies.

Diseases in the sedum of Morgan (and in other succulents) mainly occur due to improper care. The most common diseases are:

1. Mold stains - It happens because of high humidity. Therefore, remove the damaged shoots, and move the plant to a dry room.
2. Yellowing, softening of leaves and their fall - sometimes due to the fact that the stonecrop flooded with water. You can save the flower, if you get it together with the root from the damp earth and cut off the damaged ones. You can also cut a healthy stalk and plant it again.

The main thing, as already mentioned, is not to flood the sedum when watering, to give it enough light and air.

So, the monkey tail will look great both at home in a flowerpot and in the garden. And all thanks to his interesting view. With proper care, this succulent will last a long time and will not create problems. And if the conditions are perfect, then the stonecrop of Morgan will delight its gardener with beautiful flowering.

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