Clusius flower refers to evergreens. It is often grown at home, where it pleases gardeners with its beautiful flowers. Clusia unites about 150 subspecies; it belongs to the Clusian family. It is found in the natural environment in tropical countries that are its homeland. The culture is not very whimsical in leaving, does not require increased attention to itself.
Origin of Clusia
Clusia came from the Caribbean Florida. There, culture has the largest population. Gradually, the plant spread to other tropical countries, then varieties for cultivation at home were bred.
Flower with a red middle
Clusius received the name in honor of the learned botanist of the 16th century - Karl Klusius. At that time, he was one of the most famous nerds. Charles Plumier, the French scientist who studied the flower, proclaimed it.
Plant description
A bisexual evergreen plant. It has the appearance of a low tree or shrub, on the branches there are a large number of green leaves. They have a dense fleshy structure, covered with a waxy coating. Leaves are rounded, dark green in color.
The flower has a well-developed root system. The older the tree, the more it grows. Older shoots are gradually covered with bark. The plant needs a large area. At home, only one variety is grown - Rosea clusia.
Flower in a pot
Flowering occurs year-round. The buds open at night and stay in that state for 10 hours. With the onset of dawn, the petals close until the next night. At least 10 buds are formed on each branch.
The flowers have a light pink or bright pink color. The diameter of the inflorescence is 5 cm. There is a yellow core inside, it leaves spots on the fingers when touched. After flowering is completed, fruits in the form of a box are formed. They are poisonous. It is forbidden to eat them.
Interesting. Earlier, during the construction of ships, cluss juice was used to fasten the boards. It has a resinous structure, while performing the function of glue.
Species and varieties
The Kluziev family has more than 300 species. Clusia species itself includes at least 150 varieties. Many of them grow in the natural environment. Some varieties adapted for indoor cultivation.
Clusius Pink Princess
Clusia rosa princess is the most popular plant variety. It can often be found at gardeners. The flower has the appearance of a small tree with dense fleshy leaves. On each branch there are a large number of them. Flowering occurs constantly, white or pink flowers are formed, consisting of 8-10 petals. They are covered with a dense waxy layer. At night, the buds open, during the day they close. After flowering, a fruit box is formed.
Variegated Clusia
A small tree plant. Covered with green fleshy leaves with yellow stripes. In the natural environment reaches more than 1 m in height. Flowering occurs year round. Clouzia variegate gives beautiful pink flowers with a diameter of 8 cm. They consist of 6-8 petals.
Important! The juice of the plant can cause irritation and redness of the skin, therefore when working with it it is recommended to wear gloves.
Clot transplant after pot shopping
The flower is rather painfully undergoing a transplant to a new place. Therefore, during the procedure, you need to be extremely careful. It is recommended to carry out the procedure only when the plant suspends its growth in an old pot.
If when buying a pot of optimal size, and the plant is still small, then there is no need for a transplant. If, on the contrary, the flower is large, and the container is small, then it is better to transplant it.
What you need for landing
To carry out the transplant, it is necessary to prepare the necessary materials in advance:
- the pot is larger than the previous one;
- drainage mixture in the form of pebbles, sand, coconut bark;
- soil mixture of peat, vermiculite and sand;
- rubber gloves;
- knife;
- water.
Clusia with a rim
Soil for planting is chosen fresh. You can purchase the finished composition in specialized stores. On the bag should be marked "For flowering plants." If the grower decided to cook it himself, then all the components (peat, vermiculite and sand) are mixed in equal parts, then calcined in the oven for 20 minutes. at 100 ° C.
Optimal place
For the procedure, a wide table is suitable, in the summer - a balcony or floor. It is advisable to choose a place without direct sunlight.
Clusius flower white pink
After transplanting, the flower is placed in a shaded place for 4 weeks.
Step-by-step landing process
The transplant process is carried out step by step, observing all the rules:
- Wear gloves.
- In a new container, 1/3 of the drainage is laid.
- A knife is drawn along the contour of the old pot to make it easier to get the plant.
- Carefully remove the flower from the pot, holding it by the trunk.
- Transferred to a new pot without clearing the earth.
- Sprinkle with soil, filling all gaps with air.
- Water the plant.
6 weeks flower protect from direct sunlight. During this time, pink clusia should get used to the new growing conditions.
Clot care
Clusia care at home does not take much effort. This flower will delight with its flowering, especially in the evening, will bring tropical notes to the interior of the room.
Clusia with a pale pink color
Watering mode
Culture does not tolerate waterlogging very well. Since its homeland is the tropics, the flower's resistance to heat is high. This is due to the well-developed root system, as well as the fleshy structure of the leaves in which water accumulates.
The plant is watered as the soil dries. Check it on the top layer of the earth, it should be dry cavity. There are also special measuring instruments for this.
Important! You can not transfuse the clouse of Rosea princesses - this will lead to rot in the roots and death.
Top dressing
The process of fertilizing a clusia plant has several features. This should be considered when leaving:
- fed every two weeks in the summer and once a month in the winter;
- use for this mineral complexes for flowering crops;
- liquid solutions of chicken manure or mullein in 5% concentration are also suitable;
- watering is combined with top dressing, so the flower will quickly absorb nutrients.
Fertilize the plant in order to improve flowering, strengthen immunity, protect against attack of harmful insects and infections.
During flowering
During flowering, the plant needs to create optimal conditions for growth. Observe a few simple rules:
- Clusia is a photophilous plant. Therefore, they place the pot in a well-lit place, but protected from direct sunlight. In winter, it is recommended to illuminate the flower up to 12 hours a day.
Clusia in a pot without flowers
- Indoor plant feels good. The optimum temperature is 25 ° C.
- It is advisable to regularly ventilate the room, but do not place the pot in a draft.
- Clusia loves high humidity, therefore, it is periodically recommended to spray the foliage with settled water from the spray gun.
During rest
The resting period of the plant begins from late autumn to the end of winter. It usually takes about 3-4 months. Then the plant again begins to give flowers and delight florists. At rest, watering is limited or completely stopped. Rearrange the pot in a shaded place. Feeding a clusia flower is also not recommended. Usually a small amount of fertilizer is applied once a month.
Important! At rest, the plant can be left in the same place, but covered with a sheet of paper from the sun.
Winter preparations
The plant needs to be prepared for winter. The rest period is indicated by the last fruit ripening on the branch: it opens, then falls. Clusia is prepared as follows:
- all old, yellow and damaged leaves and shoots are removed;
- dry fruits are removed from the branches;
- water the flower before wintering;
- make fertilizer once;
- transferred to a shaded place;
- the room temperature is maintained at about 20 ° C.
Clusia pink is popular with gardeners who prefer tropical plants. Rosea will decorate any home with her beautiful pink and white flowers. The culture is unpretentious in care, does not require special attention, is heat-resistant, therefore it does not require constant watering.
In the natural environment, the flower has the shape of a small tree or bush. And at home they learned to contain clusia and get full bloom. Caring for her is a pleasure.
