There are so many names for this compact tree! Nolina, bokarneya, Mexican palm tree, bottle tree, elephant leg, horse tail... It was given to me three times (at least from different people who do not intersect with each other). The plants died twice (most likely, I was unable to organize a normal temperature regime without drafts).
But then I finally finished the renovation, installed new windows and a good heating boiler... Oh, and the third nolina has taken root beautifully in my house! I took my darling away - and raised her to the ceiling, and multiplied her several times, supplying her friends with tiny Mexican palm trees. It turned out that caring for this plant is not so scary if the house is cozy!
This large-format relative of the agave lives in Mexico and the southern states of the United States.
“In the wild” is a medium-sized tree decorating the streets:
For comparison, bokarneya in an apartment:
Indoor nolins grow relatively small. They are considered unpretentious, especially when it comes to air humidity and watering. The narrow leaves of nolina almost do not evaporate moisture, and its thick trunk (caudex) constantly makes reserves “for a rainy day.”
In wild and outdoor conditions, bokarnia blooms, like this:
At home, you can grow it to the ceiling, but you will never see such “panicles”. So nolina is not a flower, but a decorative foliage.
This plant is grown in single pots.
Greenhouse and apartment types of bokarneya
In Northern Mexico you can see about 30 species of such trees. Only a few are brought to us. And in general, nolina in our country is considered both a rarity and an expensive house plant (if we talk about a one and a half meter giant in a pot, well, everyone can afford the seeds and recently planted “baby”).
Longifolia nolina (longifolia)
A powerful tree with a wide “cork” trunk.
In our country, such nolins are grown in greenhouses. There they can even bloom - profusely, with pink-cream flowers.
Matapskaya
Another option for greenhouses, growing up to 2 meters.
Blooms with white-yellow flowers.
The peculiarity of this species (as well as longifolia) is that if you do not cut off old, dried leaves, they will droop down, forming a “Hawaiian skirt” on the trunk of the plant.
Lindemeyer
Not the tallest species, but it also grows only in greenhouses (as well as in gardens in regions with warm winters).
The leaves are narrow, dry to the touch, but very dense. Because of this, Lindermeyer's bokarnea is called the "devil's rope."
Bent (recurvata)
Nolina "classical" shape.
Its leaves are very dense - it is from them that Mexicans weave their famous sombreros, as well as agricultural baskets. So by starting this plant, you will get a lot of raw materials for home crafts.
“In the wild” this tree grows up to 10 meters, in an apartment - up to 2 meters. The leaves are up to a meter long, although they are only 2 cm wide.
Compressed (strict)
Popular view. The crown resembles a dandelion, with so many leaves sticking out of it in different directions.
Nelson
The trunk of such a plant is not very pronounced, but the leaves are noticeable and have a bluish color.
Basic care for this plant
Light
Diffused, bright (both in summer and winter). The rays should not fall directly on the window, so if you only have a south window, keep the bottle tree pot not on the windowsill, but a little further from it - for example, on a table. In winter, the plant needs to be illuminated, so many people place it on a window next to their workplace, where the light bulb is constantly on.
Temperature
Nolina can be kept at room temperature all year round. However, in winter you can arrange a “refrigerator” for it, gradually raising the temperature in the room with the plant to 10 degrees. Such wintering will slow down the growth of your green pet.
Watering
In spring and summer, nolina is watered generously by submerging the pot (allowing the excess to drain, keeping the pot on a tray for about 30 minutes). This should be done when all the soil in the pot is dry. In winter, it is watered the same way (if it is kept at room temperature) or not watered at all (if it is kept at 10 degrees). Soften the water (settle, distill, boil).
Important! Watering should be done rarely, because bokarnia is accustomed to constant droughts in its homeland!
Water procedures
Instead of spraying, it is better to prefer rare wiping of the leaves with a damp but well-wrung-out cloth. This will remove dust and moisten the leaf blades safely (without accumulation of moisture in the leaf axils).
Feeding
They are not required. But in spring and summer you can buy a mineral complex, diluting it with 2 times more water than the manufacturer of such food indicates. Bokarny food is given after watering, once every 3 weeks.
Special care conditions
Nolina growing on the street blooms and then begins to branch. In order for branches to appear on a domestic, non-flowering “pet”, it needs to be cut. The only thing this plant is afraid of is a draft. If you take the pot outside in the summer, choose a completely windless place that will not receive rain.
An experienced gardener, whose indoor palm tree looks simply magnificent, will tell you in detail about pruning this plant:
Solving problems that arise with nolina
- Pests have appeared. Nolina is suitable for spider mites, scale insects or mealybugs. The good news is that these scoundrels rarely attack the tree, and if the bocarney grows in a room with high humidity, and its leaves are often “washed,” the insects will not attack at all. But if they have already “arrived”, go to a flower shop, they will sell you poison against them.
- The trunk is rotting. You flood the plant and/or after watering you do not allow all the excess water to run out of the pot. Don’t rush, water the bocarney only when all the soil is dry.
- The trunk was thick and beautiful, but suddenly it became thin and seemed to have dried up. Again, you are watering the plant too often. And since there is always water in the ground, why does nolina accumulate it in the caudex? Reduce the frequency of watering, and the tree will again look like a bottle.
- The tips of the leaves become brown and dry. The air in the room is too dry. If you can’t place an aquarium or a humidifier next to the plant, just wipe the leaves with a wet cloth more often.
- New leaves are paler and shorter than old ones. Nolina grew up in the heat, but she lacked light. This is a very light-loving plant; it cannot be shoved into a far corner, placed on a north window or hidden behind a curtain.
Methods for propagating nolina
There are two ways to get a small zero. If you don’t have such a tree yet, buy seeds and germinate them. If there is already a tree, wait for shoots to appear and act.
Seeds
- The seed is soaked in plain water or a growth stimulant (for example, succinic acid) for 1-2 days.
- The soil is made from sand and peat.
- The seeds are laid out on top of the pot, 2 cm apart, and sprinkled with a very small (to the depth of the seed itself) layer of soil.
- Grow in a greenhouse (the pot is covered with a transparent bag) in the sun or under a lamp, at 20-25 degrees. Condensation should not be allowed to accumulate on the inside of the bag, so a homemade greenhouse must be opened frequently for ventilation.
- It is better to water the seeds by gentle spraying.
- They germinate after 4 weeks. The film can be removed.
- When the seedlings grow into strong sprouts, transfer them to separate pots filled with “adult” soil (its composition is described below).
Processes
“Children” grow on the trunk of the tree, although without roots. They can be broken off or cut, planted in loose soil or placed in a glass of water.
See how this is done live here:
Beaucarnea transplant
- Frequency. A young plant (up to 3.5 years old) is replanted annually, an older one - once every 2-3 years. In the latter case, they look to see whether Nolina’s roots have filled their old “house” or not.
- Pot. Buy a shallow one, as nolina’s roots are not too massive. Even a wide bonsai tray will do.
- Drainage. It is required to go to the bottom, because water retention in the soil can easily kill this unpretentious plant. Do not skimp on expanded clay or other drainage, lay it in a thick layer.
- Priming. Peat or deciduous soil (1 share) + sand (2 shares). Or! Peat + sand + humus soil + turf soil + deciduous soil (all in the same quantity).
After transplantation, you can water the plant only 5 days later.
The nolina is not deeply deepened into the new soil - the depth for the bottle tree is the same as in the old pot.
You will see a “close-up” transplant of this picky exotic in this video:
A tree from the Igliceaceae family, previously it was classified as an agave.
In nature, nolina is found in desert areas in Mexico and the southern United States.
The second name of the plant is bocarnea.
Because of this, in stores you can see the inscription on the price tags nolina bocarnea or nolina bottle tree.
Nolina is a small tree with a significantly swollen base of the trunk. In this place the plant accumulates water, which allows it to survive drought. Nolina leaves are thin. In hot weather, they are compressed into a dense bundle to reduce the area of evaporation and retain moisture.
Kinds
There are 9 types of nolina. They are all quite similar to each other, but they also have certain differences.
Thin
Nolina thin - a plant with a spherical trunk at the base and long narrow leaf blades growing in bunches at the crown. The tree blooms rarely, blooming red or bright pink flowers.
sticking out
Nolina protruding is very similar to the previous species, but its leaves are stiffer, which is why they do not hang down softly, but stick out quite high, which is why the tree got its name.
Beaucarnea bent nolina
Nolina recurvata - the most common form grown indoors. The second name is Beaucarnea recurvata. The trunk is very expanded, and if the tree grows in nature, then the diameter of its base reaches 1 m. At the top the trunk is thin. It is topped with a tuft of stiff, ribbon-shaped leaves. They are arched and twisting, directed towards the bottom.
The color of the leaf blade is dark green, and its surface is glossy. The length of the leaves reaches 1 m with a width of 1-2 cm. Large plants produce panicle-shaped inflorescences with a cream color.
Compressed
Compressed nolina (Beaucarnea stricta) has a squat, somewhat flattened shape. Young trees look more like bulbs. Dried leaves do not fall off, but fall down, clinging to the trunk, from which it begins to resemble a haystack.
Nelson
Nelson's Nolina (Nolina nelsoni) - the tallest plant species. The trunk is almost invisible. The color of the leaves is slightly bluish.
Matapskaya
Nolina matapskaya has an average height. Dry leaves do not fall off and create a wide skirt, which helps protect the trunk from the scorching sun in hot weather.
This species, like Nelson's nolina, is rarely grown at home.
Lindermeira
Nolina Lindheimeriana - an attractive tree with a very decorative appearance. Several thin shoots emerge from the thickening at the bottom, topped with a very dense bunch of leaves. The leaf blades are dark green in color and have a sinuous shape.
A bunch of leaves can grow to a considerable size and reach the ground. At home, the culture grows to human height in a short time.
Nolina longifolia is distinguished by long and very thin leaves that do not fall and create straw skirts. The tree is usually branched and of small height. The bark on the trunks is corky, covered with deep cracks. The plant has taken root in parks on the Black Sea coast.
Small-fruited
Small-fruited nolina (Nolina microcarpa) is a plant without a pronounced trunk, producing numerous inconspicuous-looking inflorescences. The color of the leaves is light green.
Features of care
Care must be carried out competently; without it, the tree will quickly begin to wither.
| Temperature | The culture is unpretentious regarding temperature. In nature, in places where it grows, the temperature in the summer months reaches +50 degrees, and in the winter it drops to +10 degrees. Ideal temperature is from +20 to +25 degrees. In winter, it is optimal to reduce the temperature to a temperature of +10 to +12 degrees, so that nolina can go into a dormant period and rest. |
| Lighting | The species is found in desert areas and therefore loves bright light. The indoor flower should be placed on windows facing south or southwest. If there is not enough light, the tree begins to lean towards the light source, which leads to curvature of the trunk and damage to the appearance of the plant. |
| Watering | Nolina rarely needs to be watered. She, like a desert dweller, stores moisture and gradually uses it up, from which an excess of water will only harm the plant. Excess water, as opposed to drying out, poses a serious danger to the tree. In summer, watering once every 7-10 days is enough.. In winter, the interval between watering increases to 15-20 days. Provide optimal watering the bottom way, immersing the pot with the plant in a bucket of settled water for 30 minutes. |
| Humidity | The humidity in the apartment is indifferent to the culture. Nolina tolerates even very dry air. To remove dust, simply wipe the leaves with a soft cloth soaked in water. |
| Fertilizers | Feeding is optional. The plant feels good and quickly grows in size even in poor soil. If you decide to apply fertilizer, then you should give preference to the mineral complex, which is diluted in an amount 2 times less than indicated in the instructions. Fertilizer should be applied only during the period of active watering and no more than once a month. |
If desired, you can trim the crown and thereby create its special appearance.
Transfer
Young, actively growing plants are replanted 2 times a year as they outgrow their pot. Mature trees are replanted once every 5 years. The root of nolina is shallow, and therefore Choose a pot for it that is flat and has sufficient holes for good drainage.. The optimal pot material is ceramic.
A layer of expanded clay is poured onto the bottom of the container, then half of the soil is filled in, the plant is placed and the rest of the soil is added.
The soil for nolina requires loose soil. It requires peat, leaf soil and sand in a ratio of 1:1:2.
Reproduction
The plant can be propagated seeds or shoots. It is quite difficult to do this at home.
When propagated by seeds, they are sown in late February - early March. Before planting, the seeds must be soaked in water for 2 days. Those that float to the surface must be thrown away, as they are unsuitable for sowing. Seeds are planted in the same soil as for adult plants and covered with glass to create a greenhouse effect. For more information on propagating nolina by seeds, see here:
Sprouts appear in 2-4 weeks. The glass is removed when the first leaves appear. Nolina grows extremely slowly from seeds. However, knowing how to grow nolina from seeds, you can achieve success.
The plant rarely produces side shoots. The shoot selected for propagation should be cut off near the base and the cut area should be sprinkled with crushed coal or ground cinnamon.
After this, you need to leave the shoot to dry for 5 hours.
Then it is planted in the ground and covered with a jar to create a greenhouse effect.
The pot is placed in a warm place and the plant is ventilated, removing the jar once every 3-4 days. After roots form, new leaves appear; and this is an indicator that the can can be removed.
Possible problems
If the leaves of nolina become smaller and turn pale, it is time to replant it, since the tree has become crowded.
Drying leaf tips means the tree is too dry; To eliminate the problem, you need to water the plant and wipe the leaves with a wet cloth.
This video contains some more useful tips on how to prevent problems with nolina:
When the tree's trunk shriveled after a long break in watering, he needs resuscitation. To do this, nolina is urgently placed in water for 1 hour, and then treated with a solution of succinic acid at a dosage of 0.1 percent.
Most pests are not able to gnaw through the leaves of a plant, but sometimes the following enemies can attack it:
- spider mite;
- scale insect;
- mealybug.
Benefits of the plant
It is also worth placing a tree in your home because it will improve the home microclimate.
Thanks to the beneficial properties of nolina, the following occurs in the house:
- enrichment of air with oxygen;
- air enrichment with ozone;
- enrichment of air with air ions.
The plant also produces phytoncides that destroy pathogens of respiratory diseases.
Nolina is not only an interesting, but also a useful indoor plant.
Nolina, or Nolina bocarnea, is an unusual, spectacular exotic plant. Due to its unusual appearance, namely the trunk thickened towards the base, this indoor plant is called “elephant’s foot”, as well as “horse’s tail”, since thin leaves grow from the top of the trunk. Many people call this plant a flower, although nolina never blooms.
Caring for nolina at home is not difficult, but violating simple maintenance rules leads to illness and death of the plant.
Most flower shops can offer bocarnea as a houseplant, although if you try, you can grow a tree from seeds yourself at home.
The genus Nolina belongs to the Agave family and includes about 30 species. In its natural environment it grows in the northern regions of Mexico, on the southern borders of the United States. The plant grows up to 6 - 8 m in height. It prefers bright, sunny, warm and dry areas. Typically, at home, nolina is smaller in size and more decorative compared to wild representatives.
Beaucarney received its name in the 19th century in honor of the French gardener P. Nolin.
When describing the species of this plant, special attention is paid to the unusual bottle-like trunk, widened downward, as well as thin, long linear leaves.
Nolina does not require special care; it is quite unpretentious. It does not bloom at home, but in its natural habitat you can see it blooming. The peduncle rises above the surface of the foliage. The flowers are small, yellow-white, collected in paniculate inflorescences, and have a pleasant, strong aroma.
The seeds are dark, flat, round in shape. They ripen after pollination of the flower and are collected in seed pods.
Of the total number of representatives of bocarnea species, only a few varieties can be purchased in flower shops in our country, for example, nolina bent, long-leaved, compressed, Nelson.
The unusual trunk and shape of the leaves allow the plant to retain and accumulate water in the lower swollen part of the trunk. This is a good quality for a tree growing in hot climates.
The plant has a superficial root system that grows in breadth.
In our country, different types of nolina can be seen in arboretums, for example, standard nolina, the round trunk of which over time takes on a bottle-like shape. Depending on the species, several trunks may form during the growth process.
Branched nolina is highly valued as an ornamental plant.
There are superstitions and signs that are firmly attached to the plant. It is believed that a tree at home is capable of maintaining harmony and tranquility and has a positive effect on reducing aggression, rage and rage in the household.
Kinds
Both in its natural environment and as a houseplant, nolina has the appearance of a palm tree. Long, from 30 cm to 1 m, thin linear leaves of green and dark green color grow from the upper part of the trunk.
The surface of the sheet is elastic, hard, with pronounced longitudinal grooves. New leaves always grow from the center of the “green tuft”.
In its natural environment, nolina is distributed throughout Mexico. Baskets, hats, and mats are woven from its leaves, which, due to their high strength, are highly wear-resistant.
All types of nolina have a strong surface structure of the trunk, gray or brown in color. The bark is rough and cracked. Under the roughened bark there is moist green pulp. The swollen part of the trunk is called the caudex, above which there is a narrower trunk. Sometimes there may be several trunks above the caudex, each of them ending in a tuft of green foliage.
Plant varieties differ in the shape and height of the trunk, the length and color of the leaves. Some species can be miniature in size, while others can be as tall as a bus.
Nolina recurvata
Another name for nolina recurvata. Homeland - Southern and Western border of the USA. In the natural environment it grows up to 6 - 8 m, at home no higher than 2 m. The trunk is bottle-shaped, in some cases it can branch. In its natural environment, nolina reflexum can grow up to 1 m in diameter. The leaves are dark green, hard, hanging, ribbon-shaped, growing up to 1 m in length and up to 2 cm in width. They sprout from the top of the trunk. At home, Nolina recurta does not bloom. In nature, an adult tree blooms with small pink fragrant flowers in a paniculate inflorescence.
Nolina recurvata / Nolina recurvata
Nolina lindheimeriana Nolina lindheimeriana
A distinctive feature is that a rather narrow long trunk branches off from a wide base. The leaves are dark green, long, narrow, growing from a dense tuft at the top of the trunk. They grow very densely, forming a lush crown. At home it can grow up to 1.5 m.
Nolina longifolia
In its natural environment it can be found in Mexico. An adult tree has a wide trunk with many branches and pronounced cracks. The leaves are dark green, hard, hanging, long, ribbon-like, pointed downwards. In its natural environment, nolina longifolia can grow up to 2 - 3 m in height.
Nolina matapensis Nolina matapensis
In nature, the height of the tree is no more than 2 m. The leaves from the bunch at the top of the trunk dry out, starting from the bottom ones. Over time, they fall off and lie below, along the trunk, forming a kind of “skirt”. This species is not grown at home. Bocarnea flowers are pale yellow, collected in paniculate inflorescences.
Plant care
Caring for Nolina at home is not difficult if you follow a number of maintenance rules. Difficulties may arise when organizing lighting and location of the flower. With proper care, nolina can produce dense foliage while maintaining the correct proportions of the “bottle” trunk. Nolina bocarnea, as an ornamental plant, will decorate any home.
Any problems in the process of growing nolina, such as curvature of the tree trunk, dried tips of the leaves, can be solved by adjusting the flower care regimen.
Temperature
The Nolina plant feels comfortable at +20…+25C. In winter, the tree enters a dormant phase. In this case, a temperature of +5...+10C is considered comfortable for the tree. In the summer, the flower pot is taken out into the open air under the bright rays of the sun.
Lighting
Indoors, it is better to place the flower on the windowsill on the east or west side. The plant loves bright, diffused light. In case of insufficient lighting, it is recommended to install additional lamps.
If the nolina occupies a heavy, large tub, then it is best to place it along the wall next to the window. On sunny days, it is better to place the tree outside; this will have a beneficial effect on the growth and well-being of the plant.
Watering
It is enough to spray nolina leaves with water periodically, 1-2 times a day. Through special grooves on the leaves, water collects inside the trunk, thereby accumulating liquid that supports the growth and life of the tree. Water the soil when the earthen ball in the pot is completely dry.
Excessive watering can destroy the plant, since by its nature the plant is drought-resistant; it does not like excess water, which can cause the roots to rot.
Top dressing
When caring for bocarney, it is necessary to fertilize the soil. Choose mineral and organic fertilizers for the soil, which are applied once a month. When the tree leaves the dormant phase, fertilizing is applied 2-3 times a month, alternating organic and mineral fertilizers.
Air humidity
Wood is not demanding on a certain level of air humidity in the room. If the spraying regime is followed, it can feel comfortable near a central heating radiator.
Sometimes nolina leaves dry out. The cause may be excessive or insufficient watering, dry air, or a cramped pot. Sometimes, in order to understand the reason why nolina leaves dry, it is necessary to carefully check and analyze the quality of plant care.
Beaucarnea transplant
Replanting is necessary when young trees are actively growing. When purchasing nolina in a specialized flower shop, you should consult with the seller about the timing and methods of transplantation.
The root system of the plant is superficial and shallow, so for good growth you should choose a wide, shallow container. A young plant is transplanted when the roots completely fill the pot.
Soil for nolina can be bought at a flower shop. The soil is most suitable for cacti, but you can make a suitable soil composition yourself. The easiest way is to mix sand and soil for indoor plants in equal proportions.
Nolina's transplant
When replanting a plant, you need to choose the right pot. It should be 3 - 4 cm larger than the previous one. Nolina bokarneya takes root well in loose, well-fertilized soils. To prevent water from stagnating in the roots, 3-5 cm of drainage is placed at the bottom of the pot.
If you want to speed up the growth of the plant, you need to replant the nolina every year, changing the composition of the soil, making it more fertile.
When replanting, the root system should be shaken off from the old soil, without damaging or breaking the roots. Nolina is planted in the new soil at the same depth as it was before transplantation.
Reproduction methods
The process of growing a new tree is very labor-intensive; many people give up in the face of difficulties and buy a young plant at a flower shop.
There are two ways to propagate nolina - by seeds and daughter shoots.
Growing nolina from seeds allows you to trace the entire growth process from seed to mature tree. Under natural conditions, in most cases, propagation of nolina occurs through seeds. Since all conditions for seed germination are met in nature, new trees appear quite quickly.
During the growth process, under favorable conditions of care and maintenance, young shoots may appear at the base of the caudex of an adult tree. In this case, nolina propagation occurs by separation of a daughter bulb from the mother plant. When separating the bulb, you need to be very careful, as you can damage both the young shoot and the mature tree. The bulb is separated very close to the base, sections of both adult and young plants are sprinkled with activated carbon and dried for 3-5 hours. Almost all the foliage of a young plant is cut off and the shoot is planted in peat soil, lightly pressing it to the ground. At first, the plant is covered with a cap, but as soon as the young tree takes root and produces its first leaves, the cap is removed.
Nolina from seeds
Propagating a tree using seeds is a very long process. First you need to sort out the defective, damaged seeds. For this purpose, the seeds are soaked for a couple of days in a glass of warm water or a weak solution of potassium permanganate. Seeds that float to the surface are not suitable for planting, but seeds from the bottom of the glass can sprout.
Growing from seeds requires special conditions. The soil should be sandy-peaty and constantly moist, the air temperature should be +18...+25 C. It is necessary to provide constant lighting and access to fresh air. The seeds are only lightly sprinkled with soil, then covered with glass and placed in a place with constant lighting. When condensation forms, the glass is periodically removed. Nolina germinates from seeds in 2 - 3 weeks. After a couple of leaves appear, the sprouts are transplanted into independent pots.
The seed method of growing a flower at home has a number of advantages over the bulb method, since, regardless of the result, the adult tree does not suffer.
Plant diseases and pests
Many people know how to care for a flower so that it grows and feels good. It is necessary to follow a number of simple rules and not forget that the plant may be susceptible to attack by pests such as spider mites, scale insects, scale insects, and thrips. In most cases, their appearance is associated with increased dry air. To prevent the appearance of pests, careful care of the plant is used: periodic bathing and wiping of leaves, the required amount of water and light.
To combat scale insects and scale insects, soapy water is used; insecticides help against spider mites and thrips. To prevent a recurrence of pest attacks on the plant, the affected leaves are cut off and destroyed.
Nolina is not only a beautiful exotic and ornamental plant that will decorate any home, but it is also useful because it draws out harmful substances from the surrounding air, making the air cleaner.
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Nolina or Bocarnea is a flower, or more precisely, a small tree with a swollen trunk. They often accumulate water - thanks to this liquid, people survive on islands and forests, which is why Nolina is also called the bottle tree. In hot weather, the long leaves of the plant are collected in bunches, which allows them to reduce the surface area for evaporation.
Under natural conditions, the plant may become more branched after flowering, but many Dutch people achieve this effect as quickly as possible.
The thick trunk often has a mass of greenery, so the mature plant is of particular value.
Growing at home won't be as easy as it seems, but it's still worth a try.
The edges of the plant grow in width - now nolina can easily be found on rocky soil that has a small fertile layer. That is why when growing you cannot do without high-quality and proper drainage.
Types of "bottle tree"
The main varieties include::
- Bent (recurvata).
- Nelson.
- Matapskaya.
- Lindemeyra.
- Sticking out.
Each variety has its own characteristics.
Recurvata
Watch a video about proper care for bokarneya:
When should Nolina be transplanted?
Transplantation can be carried out in spring. The need for this appears when the root system begins to appear on the surface of the soil. The height of the pot should not be changed, and its diameter should be more than 3 cm.
Planting is possible only in dry soil. There is a swelling at the base of the bottle tree - water and nutrients accumulate in such a reservoir. The roots must be covered with soil.
ADVICE: Propagating a plant is not as easy as it seems. This can be done with shoots or seeds. Such methods have their difficulties, because it is not so easy to obtain seeds indoors, and when propagated by shoots, the cuttings may begin to rot.
Reproduction by shoots is carried out as follows:
- The shoot is cut with a sharp knife.
- The cut area is sprinkled with coal.
- The cutting site is treated with a phytohormone.
- Planting is carried out at an angle using sand and peat.
- It is important to cover the plant with film and place it in a warm and well-lit place. In a few days the first leaves will appear.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is worth noting that nolina is not a whimsical plant, but at the same time very complex. You should choose a variety that will not cause inconvenience during the process of growing, propagation, and care. It is worth noting that you must adhere to the care recommendations unconditionally, otherwise you will not be able to grow a healthy and beautiful bottle tree.