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Chinese culture is extensive and profound. In the plant kingdom, there is actually a kind of flower that is also a common representative in traditional Chinese culture, and that is the Clerodendrum thomsonae. It has very good symbolic meanings, such as increasing wealth, symbolizing unity, and attracting wealth and good fortune. So, how should such an auspicious plant be cared for after it is bought? Let's find out together in the following text.
I believe that no one can resist the wonderful symbolic meanings of the Clerodendrum thomsonae. Therefore, if problems like withered flower heads or the whole plant lacking vitality occur during the process of care, it will make the plant keepers feel rather embarrassed. But don't worry! Flower lovers can master the following methods for its care.
Fertilization
Generally speaking, fertilization is indispensable for growing any plant. However, the Clerodendrum thomsonae doesn't have high requirements for fertilizers, so it's okay to supplement it with necessary nutrients once every half a month. If you are always forgetful and forget to fertilize for a long time, its leaves may turn yellow. But as long as you give it a timely supplement of trace elements such as iron, copper, and manganese, the problem of yellow leaves can be solved and its later growth can return to normal.
Light
The Clerodendrum thomsonae is a sun-loving plant. In winter when the daylight is short, it is recommended to move it outdoors to get some sunlight. In summer, because the sunlight at noon is too strong, it needs to be reasonably placed indoors at a distance of about one meter from the balcony, or you can use timely shading tools to block the sunlight. If the light at home is insufficient for a long time, it will affect its normal photosynthesis, and the leaves of the Clerodendrum thomsonae will gradually turn yellow later. The solution is to increase the light in time and place it in a bright position.
Watering
The Clerodendrum thomsonae has a high daily demand for water, and the soil is preferably kept in a moist state. So the principle for watering is to keep the soil "moist when dry". Usually, you should observe it more often. When you find that the soil is dry, you should water it thoroughly at one time and avoid waterlogging. When watering, don't soak its roots in water just because it likes water. Water should be added slowly. If you often forget to water it, the plant will start to turn yellow from the leaves and finally the whole plant will wilt. To solve this problem, you must replenish water in time and then wait for the plant to slowly return to normal.