The Benefits Of Growing Cycads

By Nancy Phillips


There are many plants that can be placed at home both indoors and outdoors. Many people are afraid to have gardens or plants in general because of the tedious nature of caring for them. However, there are some plants that are generally easy to care for and one of the best options for people is to exercise Growing Cycads, as they are not high maintenance.

People usually think that to have property that is of high value one has to invest a lot of time in gaining that. Cycads are the exact opposite of that, as they are very easy to grow and their appearance is appealing to the eye. The best conditions to grow them would be in well-aerated soil and one that does not retain much water, as too much water will cause the roots of the plant to rot out.

When planting them either indoors or outdoors, it is important to make sure that their roots are not disturbed. This means that if they are to be transplanted or moved, that should be done when the plant is still at a tender age. In the warm seasons, they should be watered a few times a week and in the cold season when less water is lost, they should not be over watered.

It is important to understand that different species of cycads require different growth conditions. Some need to be placed in more light than others and some need more water than others. When going out to buy the seedlings to plant, one should talk with the experts who sell them so that they are educated on the best ways to care for them and ensure proper growth.

There are some species that can be consumed once they become mature enough. However, before preparing them for eating, there are some processes that should be followed in order to remove the bad toxins. They are a good source of food for chicken so farmers are encouraged to grow them to supplement the other chicken feeds.

Some of the plants as well can be used to make medical products. The leaves and stems may be harvested and crushed then put under exceptional processes to manufacture the medicines. Some of the medications have been proven to sort out issues that affect the skin like rashes as well as eliminating scars left behind.

Sometimes, there are fibers on the leaves of some species which can be harvested and used to make pillow stuffing, make mattresses and in some instances clothes. The leaves themselves can be weaved to form hats and baskets that also fetch a reasonable price when sold, as well as being tough and durable.

This species of plants has also been known to have nitrogen-fixing properties in the soil that makes the soil more fertile and suitable for growing other plants. When matured, the big species can be cut down and their stems can be used as a building material. They are almost extinct so to save them from completely running put, more people should consider having them.




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