The sandy loam with rich organic matter, pH 5-6, is suitable for the cultivation of Eclipta. Generally, fertilizer should be applied every 3-4 weeks during the growth period, and the soil should be loosened timely after each fertilization to improve the ventilation and promote the development of root system.
Watering: dryland lotus likes to be wet and afraid of waterlogging. The soil moisture is kept at about 50%. During the growing period, it needs to be watered with small amount of water frequently. In spring and autumn, it needs to be watered once every 2-3 days. In summer, it needs to be watered every day, and in the evening, it needs to be watered on the leaf surface to maintain high humidity.
Fertilization: in the growth process, generally once a month for 20% of the concentration of water;
During flowering, stop applying nitrogen fertilizer, change to apply 0.5% superphosphate or rotten chicken and duck manure water, and apply once every half month.
After flower withering, top up 30% of the water in the bean cake once to supplement the nutrients consumed due to flowering.
Stop fertilizing in hot summer. At the end of autumn, a compound winter fertilizer was applied again to enhance the cold resistance of plants.
Eclipta is fond of sunshine. It should be put in sunny place in spring and autumn. It should be properly shaded in summer. The room temperature in winter should be kept at about 15 ℃, and it can continue to grow and develop in sunny place.
Eclipta can be self pollinated, seeds can be used to seed propagation.
Eclipta can also be cutted and propagated in spring and autumn.
Common diseases of Eclipta: mosaic and ringspot
Common pests of Eclipta: leafminer, spider .
Eclipta is a non-toxic flower, which will emit fragrance. Tender shoots, flower buds and fresh seeds can be used as spices, but the flavor is heavier and spicy.
