What is the name of a flower with leaves like a maple? Homemade maple abutilon: care at home. Caring for abutilone at home

Experts say that abutilone relieves depression, tension and helps with stress just as well as a psychologist. It is known that in houses where the house maple lives, there live friendly, positive and creative people. Their green pet helps create a special atmosphere of kindness and peace. In addition, caring for the flower is simple, so even a novice gardener can cope with growing indoor maple.

Description of abutilone: ​​coloring of leaves, flowers, etc.

Abutilon is popularly nicknamed home maple for its resemblance to street maple. The leaves of these plants are very similar - they resemble splayed fingers. But that's where the similarities end. The plants are not related at all. The indoor maple is a member of the Malvaceae family.

Abutilon is a lover of hot sun and moisture. Its genus includes herbs, shrubs, bushes and even miniature trees. The evergreen plant fits perfectly into the tropical diversity of Hawaiian, South American, Australian and African jungles. In Eurasia, it grows in India, China and Russia. In our country, abutilone is found - the rope of Theophrastus.

Kanatnik is another name for the domestic maple. It received its nickname due to its long, fibrous stem. Chinese craftsmen make twine, burlap and, of course, rope from abutilon rope fibers.

Its place on the windowsills of lovers indoor flora Abutilone took over firmly and for a long time. Those who have at least once sheltered this plant always remain faithful to it. There are several reasons for this persistence:

• abutilon is a beautiful lush bush or tree with very decorative, variegated leaves in some varieties;
• the flower grows very quickly and fills the surrounding space with greenery in a matter of weeks. It can be grown as a shrub, tree or hanging plant whichever you like best. It is easy to shape;
• most varieties have amazing beautiful flowers. And what’s nice is that they begin to bloom immediately after rooting. And the flowering time occurs in spring, summer and early autumn;
• the plant is undemanding to care, easily forgives some mistakes and recovers quickly;
• The flower is very easy to propagate at home. So, by purchasing one pot of abutilone, you can soon become the owner of a whole grove of home maples.

The flowers of the domestic maple are very diverse; sometimes it seems that these are not related plants, but completely alien plants. Inflorescences may resemble chinese lantern, bell or the usual mallow. There are varieties with simple and double flowers. Their color can be white, yellow, pink, orange, purple.

Abutilon leaves, reminiscent of maple, are also colored differently. They can be different shades of green, yellow-green, with white spots and stripes.

Types of abutilone

Botanical scientists have described about 150 varieties of wild abutilone. The most decorative of them gradually became comfortable at home. Based on some, hybrid plants were created for growing indoors. As a rule, these are shrubs or trees that are shorter than in nature, adapt well to living conditions “in captivity”, bloom more abundantly and last longer.

1. A native of America, combining many varieties. This is a bush with a maximum height of one and a half meters. The leaves are large, slightly pubescent with three or five lobes. The slightly fluffy inflorescences are shaped like a bell and are colored different shades red, but also white.
2. The hybrid plant is unpretentious and blooms almost without interruption. all year round. Even for a home maple, Juliet grows rapidly, adding 50 cm in height per year. The flowers are of various colors, large, about 6 cm. It begins to bloom very early, five months after sowing the seeds.
3. Distinctive feature flower - striped leaves with three elongated and pointed blades. The plant branches weakly and stretches to a height of two meters. The flowers are yellow with pink streaks.
4. The flower is very decorative, but it is rarely grown as a houseplant. It has meter-long, downy stems. In the lower part there are leaves with seven blades, on the top - with three. The five-centimeter inflorescences are fiery-bright, with red veins on the orange background. Flowers grow in groups. Abutilon Darwin blooms from mid-spring to mid-autumn.
5. Abutilone megapotamian or Brazilian. This is one of the most compact domestic maples, growing no more than one and a half meters. Its difference is the shoots directed downward, oval leaves with jagged edges. Lantern-like flowers bloom on long drooping petioles; they are yellow-scarlet in color. If the megapotamian abutilon likes the conditions and care, it will bloom continuously, at any time of the year.
6. Quite a tall bush, reaching two meters. Its shoots and leaves are covered with fluff. Flowers, lilac, blue, sometimes with darker veins, grow in clusters on long petioles. They bloom starting in May.
7. A plant that is bred for decorative leaves, and for the sake of flowers. This maple has heart-shaped green foliage edged with white. The bells of the inflorescences are golden-yellow with an elongated red corolla and appear in late summer.
8. A low shrub, soft shoots are never covered with bark. The leaves are smooth, green with white spots at the edges. The flowers are red-golden and elongated. A variety of spotted abutilon - Thompsonii Vetch. It has green-yellow smooth leaves, and the flowers can be single or double. But this maple blooms for a short time, only in June.
9. A miniature hybrid, the size of which is only 40 cm. But this baby produces rather large flowers (about 10 cm in diameter). They are shaped like a saucer. They can be painted yellow, red, pink and white.
10. Branched bush about 2 meters in height. Bell-shaped flowers come in red, yellow, orange or pink.

Photo gallery: Juliet, striped, spotted abutilon and other plant varieties

Hybrid abutilone was obtained by breeders by crossing several natural species Abutilon Bella is a miniature hybrid, measuring only 40 cm Abutilon Bellevue grows up to two meters Grape leaf abutilone is very spectacular plant with flowers lavender shade Abutilon Darwin is very decorative, but it is rarely bred as a houseplant Abutilon Juliet is quite easy to grow from seeds. Abutilone megapotamian has an ampelous shape Abutilon striped has a bright emerald color of leaves Abutilon spotted leaves are decorated with white spots Abutilon Sello is the most common in the collections of Russian flower growers

Video: review of abutilone varieties

Conditions required for indoor maple

The tropical guest abutilon has firmly established itself in the home collections of Russian flower growers. As experts on this plant say, any spacious window sill with a lot of sun is a suitable place for a home maple tree. Plus it requires plenty of hydration and nutrition.

Table: conditions for indoor maple depending on the season (spring-summer/autumn-winter)

Features of planting and transplantation

Young domestic maples are replanted annually in the spring, adults - after about two or three years. More often it is not worth it; for high-quality flowering, the earthen lump must be entirely entwined with roots.

Making up the substrate

Abutilon is a non-capricious plant, but it is selective in its choice of soil. Take his preferences into account so you don't have to correct mistakes later. So, the soil for home maple needs to be neutral, loose, airy, with good water permeability. How to obtain such a substrate?

1. We take any universal soil and add vermiculite, fine expanded clay or coarse sand by eye. We pour in the drainage, sparing no expense; the airier the mixture is, the better the abutilone will be.
2. Mix leaf and humus soil, turf, peat, coarse sand. Everything is in equal proportions.
3. In two parts leaf soil let's take some of the turf, humus, peat and coarse river sand, you can add vermiculite instead.
4. Even simpler: mix leaf soil, peat and coarse sand in equal parts.
5. Suitable for home maple ready soil for begonias, primroses and pelargoniums.

Choosing a pot

The root of the home maple is not superficial, it grows deep, so it is better to choose a tall pot and always with good drainage holes. For each procedure, take a container 3 cm larger than the previous one.

Stages of plant transplantation

Planting or replanting begins by filling the bottom of the container with drainage, which can be used as:

• expanded clay;
• small crushed stone;
• gravel;
• crushed brick;
• Styrofoam.

1. Remove the flower from the old pot, shake off the soil and straighten the roots.
2. Place a layer of substrate about three centimeters thick on top of the drainage. Tamp it down thoroughly.
3. Place the plant in the pot, fill all the voids with soil, tamping it lightly with your palm.
4. Moisten the substrate and place the plant in a semi-shaded place. Carry out the next watering after it dries out. upper layer in the ground.

Video: transshipment of young abutilones

How to care for abutilone

As already mentioned, abutilone loves light very much, and only slightly less loves water. In addition, the active growth of home maple is simply impossible without decent nutrition. This active growth also needs to be contained and directed. Otherwise, in a couple of years the pretty maple will simply drive you out of the apartment. After all, he needs a lot of space.

Watering and fertilizing the flower

Abutilon should be watered a lot and often at this time, twice a day, morning and evening. But excess water Still drain from the pan.

Abutilone likes soft water. You can boil it, settle it, filter it, infuse it with peat, or add special preparations to soften it.

During winter dormancy, watering should be reduced. Please note that coolness and too wet soil can lead to root disease and plant death.

Abutilon is a well-known food lover. It must be fertilized from March to the end of October, every week. Domestic maple will absorb any mineral fertilizer for flowering plants; dilute it in a higher concentration than stated in the instructions. When buds are being laid, you can use fertilizers with a high content of potassium and phosphorus. If there is not enough nutrition, the leaves and flowers of starving abutilon become deformed.

How to make a plant bloom

Abutilons begin to bloom very early. Indoor maple cuttings bloom a month after rooting, seedlings - four months after germination. This is an amazing phenomenon. Abutilon flowers appear at the end of the shoot. The first buds have appeared, and the shoot continues to grow. And from the new axils near the young leaves flowers grow again and again.

Indoor maple blooms for a long time, from April to November. But if not cared for properly, problems can arise.

To ensure successful flowering, remember a simple formula: bright light + a cramped pot + mineral fertilizer + spring pruning= gorgeous bloom.

Please note that buds form only on young shoots. Therefore, pruning, which enhances branching, is a prerequisite for flowering.

Wintering

Overwintering of abutilons should be organized on a cold windowsill. The temperature is reduced to +16 °C, watering is reduced. There should be enough water to keep the earth ball slightly moist.

Pruning and shaping the bush

Abutilone grows very quickly, so growth must be controlled by pruning. Young maples tolerate the procedure well, and the branches quickly produce new shoots. We must remember: you should prune above the bud located on the outside of the branch. If the spring pruning is successful, in the summer the abutilons will acquire a whole cap of flowers.

Prune mature plants carefully. Bark-covered trunks do not produce young shoots after pruning, and they grow slowly. The branches left over from pruning can be rooted.

Large abutilons, Sello and Megapotamian, have long, easily broken shoots. When growing these species in an apartment, you need to take care of support. Install it when transplanting, after lowering the plant into the pot.

Causes of the problem and ways to correct the situation

Table: mistakes in caring for abutilone (why the tips of leaves and shoots dry, turn yellow, wither, and become stained)

Diseases and pests

Abutilone is rarely attacked by pests. But it also has several insect enemies. These are scale insects, aphids and spider mites. If you find uninvited guests on your home maple, first of all, rinse the plant with water room temperature, you can spray it with a weak solution of alcohol to repel pests. And to destroy them, use an insecticide solution.

Table: diseases and pests of domestic maple

Reproduction of abutilone

Abutilone can be propagated by seeds or cuttings.

Growing home maple from seeds

Do not store abutilone seeds for a long time. Their shelf life is limited; the longer they lie, the less germination. If you buy seeds in a store, pay attention to the collection date.

1. Planting material wrap in cloth and soak overnight in a solution of growth stimulants Epin or Zircon.
2. Prepare the substrate: mix turf soil, peat and coarse sand in equal quantities.
3. Pour the drainage layer and soil mixture into the sowing container and moisten it.
4. Seed the seeds to a depth of 5 millimeters, placing them two centimeters apart.
5. Cover the container with film to create a greenhouse effect. Place in a warm place.
6. Provide the plantings with a temperature of +22–25 o C.
7. Remove the film every day to ventilate and moisten the crops.
8. The first abutilon sprouts will hatch in 10–14 days.
9. When three true leaves appear, pick the seedlings into separate pots.
10. Keep the seedlings in a room with bright, indirect light.
11. A month after picking, start mineral feeding of young abutilons. When the buds appear, apply a fertilizer for flowering plants with phosphorus and potassium.

Domestic maples grown from seeds will bloom within six months after birth. The first “haircut” of the young animals is next spring.

Video: growing abutilone from seeds

Propagation by cuttings

For variegated species of abutilon, cuttings are the optimal method of propagation. Planting material can be rooted at any time of the year, but spring is still better.

1. Select straight, undeformed branches. Cut cuttings 10–12 cm long.
2. Remove the lower leaves and buds.
3. Prepare the substrate by mixing peat and sand in half.
4. Bury the cuttings in the soil.
5. Moisten the soil.
6. Cover the plantings with film, plastic or glass containers. Keep at a temperature of +22–25 o C.
7. Ventilate and moisten the seedlings daily.

It will take a month for rooting. Then transplant the young abutilons into pots approximately 7 cm in diameter. Care for grown seedlings like adult plants and wait for flowers.

It is no coincidence that people plant a tropical plant with large carved leaves and graceful flowers similar to Chinese lanterns in their homes: many believe that abutilone has not only decorative, but also some magical properties, is able to improve the energy of the home, improve mood and even absorb people’s negativity. It is believed that, having absorbed negative energy, abutilone instantly transforms it into positive energy and shares it with its loving owner.

Abutilon is also capable of revealing the creative potential of the owner, helping to be kinder and more tolerant of people, and smoothing out conflicts. So we strongly recommend that everyone who is prone to sudden mood swings, stress, and depression try to make such a green friend.

Types and varieties of abutilone

Like hibiscus, abutilone belongs to the mallow family and is sometimes even called “Indian mallow.” There are more than 150 types of abutilone, differing in size, shape and color of leaves and flowers, we will list some of them.

Abutilone grapeleaf

It can grow, and quite quickly, above two meters, the leaves can reach 15 cm in length. Flowers are collected in inflorescences of 3-4 pieces and appear in May. Their color is bluish-lilac or pink, sometimes with dark veins. Like all abutilons, the plant is very beautiful and will decorate any interior.

Abutilone hybrid

Reaches up to one and a half meters in height; soft fluff can be seen on its leaves. Flowers can be of different colors: white, golden, red, burgundy. The variety is evergreen.

Abutilone Darwin

It has silk shoots, not too long, at the end of which are placed large leaves, and flowers grow in their axils. The leaves of this abutilon variety reach 15-20 cm in length and 8-10 in width. The flowers are also large, up to 5 cm in diameter.

Abutilone megapotamian (Amazonian)

Also called "crying Chinese lantern". Has very beautiful red-yellow flowers, with proper care lasting throughout the year.

Abutilon spotted (painted)

So called because of the white spots on the leaves. It blooms for a short time, in August-September.

Abutilon cello

Abutilon variety with light purple flowers with pink veins, blooming from July to the end of the year. One of the most ancient varieties, it requires constant pruning to induce branching, as it stretches in length very quickly.

Abutilone marmoratum

A plant with striped golden-pinnate leaves.

Abutilone variegata

Ampel variety of abutilone. Used for decorative purposes, good for growing in hanging pots.

Abutilone Theophrastus

Separately, it is necessary to say about the abutilon variety Theophrasta, which is medicinal, capable of healing small wounds, and also helps against furunculosis.

Characteristics of abutilone

The large leaves of abutilon strongly resemble maple leaves in shape, which is why the plant is also often called indoor maple. Another feature is its strong branching, thanks to which the flower acquires decorative properties and is widely used in interior design. Flowers, depending on the species, can be arranged singly or in inflorescences and have different colors: red and its shades, orange, yellow.

The advantage of abutilon over many other indoor plants is its very long flowering period. Despite its unpretentiousness, it can delight the owner with its beauty almost all year round, and it develops and grows very quickly, blooming in the first year after planting. In addition, abutilone increases the level of humidity and improves the microclimate in the room where it grows. The plant acts as a kind of natural filter for air purification. So he is rightfully considered the favorite of many gardeners.

Caring for abutilone at home

Abutilone is not a very fastidious plant, so even gardeners without any long-term experience can handle it at home. The most important thing to remember: indoor maple cannot tolerate drafts, so under no circumstances should they be allowed.

It is best to place abutilon on an eastern, south-eastern, south-western or western window, where it will receive enough light, but not direct light, as on a southern window. Direct sunlight can damage foliage and flowers.

Abutilon should be trimmed regularly, as this procedure prolongs the flowering process. If this is not done, the plant will grow in length, will not branch and will not bloom for very long. Therefore, you should not feel sorry for him; you must boldly cut off those branches on which there were flowers and pinch the tops.

Without regret, you should also trim dry branches, those that interfere with each other’s growth. Upon completion of the pruning procedure, it is recommended to treat abutilon with Zircon solution, which stimulates the formation of new shoots.

Content temperature

To prevent abutilon from drying out, getting sick, or dropping leaves, it should be kept at the right temperature. It is not always the same, but depends on the time of year: for example, in summer the plant will feel comfortable at 25 degrees above zero, in winter 12-15 degrees will be enough for it, but definitely not lower, at temperatures below 0 degrees the plant may die.

Important point : Under no circumstances should the plant be injured by a sudden temperature change; this can have a detrimental effect on its health.

For all its frost resistance and heat-loving nature, abutilon does not like excessive heat: if the room temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius, it will immediately shed its flowers and leaves.

A very important point in maintaining abutilone at home is maintaining high level humidity in the room. In nature, the plant is found in the tropics and subtropics, and there, as you know, it is hot and humid. Everyone knows how to increase humidity at home: you can spray the air and the plant itself, you can put a container of water next to the flower, you can buy an air humidifier, or all at once. Not only the indoor maple will thank you, but also your skin.

Reproduction

There are two ways to propagate abutilone: ​​cuttings and seeds. Both are produced in early spring. You will have to fuss less with the seeds: all you need to do is simply sow them in a sand-peat mixture, and then spray and ventilate them daily. It will also be necessary to maintain the temperature at least 16 degrees, then in about three weeks the first seedlings will appear.

Cuttings are a slightly more complicated procedure. Cuttings without flowers but with three leaves are taken from young plants. The cuttings are immersed in water or in the same mixture of peat and sand, high humidity is constantly monitored; the best and fastest development will occur in greenhouse conditions. You can create them using a can, trimmed plastic bottle or a plastic bag.

How to determine which method of reproduction to use in a particular case? Very simple. If the abutilone leaves are green, then would be better suited propagation by seeds, but if they are variegated and spotted, then cuttings will be optimal.

Planting abutilone

When planting abutilon, it is important to know which soil is most suitable for it: one that allows moisture to pass through well, is light, but at the same time nutritious, with good drainage. It will do well in a mixture of sand, humus, turf and leaf soil, or you can buy it at a flower shop ready mixture for palms and dracaenas. These plants are similar in their characteristics and needs.

Particularly enthusiastic flower growers can mix the soil mixture for abutilone themselves, so they will be absolutely sure of its composition and origin. To do this, you will need to take 30% humus, 30% turf soil, 20% peat and 20% sand. The pot for planting must be disinfected with a soap solution or simple boiling. Don’t forget to add drainage to the bottom of the pot, followed by soil (no more than 3 cm), and only then the plant.

Transfer

For full development, home maple should be replanted in the spring, before it blooms. An already formed adult plant needs to be replanted once every 2-3 years, while young plants need to be replanted more often - annually. When replanting, you don’t need to buy a huge pot “for growth”, because then the abutilon will grow only in the roots, which will significantly delay flowering. But still new pot must be at least 3 centimeters in diameter larger than the old one, otherwise all sense of transplantation is lost.

It should be noted that when transplanting you will need not only pots and soil, but also some large containers to place the transplanted plant there. Due to the fact that abutilon can develop a heavy and branchy top, it must be avoided from falling and being damaged. This is what containers are for. When replanting, you must pay attention to the condition of the roots; if there are dry or rotten ones, you need to get rid of them (cut them off). You need to cut off diseased roots with sharp sterile scissors and treat the cut, for example, with sulfur.

How to determine that a transplant is already necessary? This can be understood by two signs: the roots hid an earthen lump underneath them and the plant very quickly began to absorb water.

Watering abutilone

Abutilone is not one of those plants that you can water once a month and forget about its existence. The flower loves water, so all year round, except winter, you need to not only water it abundantly, but also remember to spray it (without getting it on the delicate buds). Water for irrigation and spraying must be used that is soft, settled, and at room temperature. In cold weather, watering can be reduced, allowing the soil to dry out from time to time. If you notice that the abutilon soil has begun to dry out slowly, check to see if the holes in the pot are clogged, and if necessary, clean it with a toothpick or cotton swab.

There is no need to fill the pot: everything needs moderation, and overwatering the plant may react negatively, and rotting may begin to spread on the roots. It’s easy to determine when it’s time to water a flower: you can take wooden stick and insert it into the ground, if it becomes wet, then you can not water it for now, if it remains dry, you need to water it.

Sometimes the plant needs feeding, for which any universal fertilizers for flowering plants. During the flowering period, phosphorus-potassium fertilizers are better, and during the period of foliage growth, nitrogen fertilizers are better. In addition to mineral fertilizers, you can also use slurry. After flowering stops, fertilizing can be stopped.

Lighting

In winter, abutilon must be illuminated with special phyto-lamps, since at this time of year the plant does not receive enough natural light. The rest of the time, the most important thing is to avoid sudden changes in lighting. An alarming sign is the blanching of abutilon leaves, which means that it does not have enough light. And if the sun is not enough, that's it decorative qualities plants are lost, it becomes weak and ugly.

With all the love abutilone has for sunlight, you need to avoid it direct hit The plant should at least not be exposed to bright summer sun for more than two hours a day.

An interesting nuance of caring for this unique plant is that varieties with spotted leaves do not need to be illuminated as abundantly as varieties with uniform green leaves. Thanks to a slight lack of light, the unique pattern of white spots on the leaves is preserved.

So, to summarize, let’s summarize all the basic rules for caring for the abutilon plant.

What abutilone likes:

humidity;

sufficient amount of light;

timely transplants and fertilizing;

spraying;

a stable place in the house;

soil that allows moisture to pass through well.

What abutilone doesn't like:

dry air;

lack of lighting;

drafts;

any change of situation;

hard water;

sudden changes in temperature or lighting.

Abutilone(Abutilon) – perennial evergreen plant from the Malvaceae family. Found naturally in the tropics South America, Asia, Africa. China is considered the homeland. It grows very quickly, sometimes reaching 2 m. Some species in nature grow up to 4 m. With proper care, abutilon pleases with long-lasting flowering - from April to late autumn.

Flowers can be of different colors: red, peach, salmon, purple, pink. They look like magic lanterns and are formed on long stalks at the end of the shoot, while the growth of the shoot does not stop. The plant is often called the indoor maple because its wedge-shaped green leaves with jagged edges resemble the foliage of a tree.

	In one season, the plant doubles or triples in growth.
	Blooms in autumn, summer and spring.
	Abutilone is easy to grow.
	Perennial.

Useful properties of abutilone

Abutilone is a plant that gives joy. A sad mood transforms into a powerful charge of vigor; helps to reveal talents, creates an atmosphere of love and harmony. Contemplation of a flowering tree relieves stress. The type Abutilon Theophrastus is useful. Its juice is used to treat furunculosis and heal wounds. Strong ropes are made from abutilon branches. For this he is called a ropeman.

Caring for abutilone at home (briefly)

Abutilone at home can bloom for almost a year. Despite the spectacular appearance, indoor maple does not require special care, but it must be taken care of competently.

There are features of growing abutilone . In spring its growth accelerates. Some shoots grow randomly, thickening and worsening the appearance, taking away the strength of the plant. So at the end of winter abutilone cut, leaving half the height, removing weak shoots. When it begins to grow powerfully, it is tied to a support.

Caring for abutilone at home. Details

Homemade Abutilone- a shrub of tropical origin. The beauty and duration of flowering and the longevity of the plant depend on care. At home it is difficult to create conditions that coincide with those to which indoor maple genetically predisposed, but you need to get as close to them as possible.

Planting abutilone

Planting abutilon plays an important role in the formation of a beautiful, strong tree. When deciding to grow abutilon at home, choose a place for it in advance. The best option is a draft-protected and well-lit part of the room: the plant needs light at any time of the year. In summer you can put it on the balcony or take it outside. Fresh air and rays of sun will help the tree quickly get stronger and grow.

Bloom

Abutilone flowering– a colorful and long-lasting phenomenon. Starts at the end of April and ends in late autumn. During flowering, bright original lantern flowers are formed on the branches. They consist of 5 petals collected at the base and can be of different colors. The diameter of the flower reaches 7 cm.

Temperature

In order for abutilon to grow healthy and strong, good care at home is needed. It is necessary to maintain a suitable temperature regime: hypothermia is as dangerous as overheating. In the warm season, the room where abutilone grows should be + 22 - 27°C, in winter and autumn - no less than + 15°C. If it feels uncomfortable, it will show dissatisfaction: at high temperatures it will begin to dry out, at low temperatures it will shed leaves.

Sudden changes in temperature should be avoided.

Spraying

Abutilone is not very demanding on air humidity. But during heating season and on hot days, when the air becomes dry, periodic spraying leaves. To avoid burning them, this is done out of the light.

Lighting

To form lush green foliage, abutilon needs good lighting. It loves bright places, but bright sunlight causes leaf burn. Therefore, it is recommended to choose diffuse lighting. The tree is placed next to windows facing south. In autumn and winter, when the length of daylight hours is reduced, additional lighting is installed.

Watering

Abutilone loves moisture, but both lack of moisture and waterlogging of the soil are dangerous for it. Lack of moisture leads to leaf shedding and slower growth, and excess moisture leads to falling buds, drying of foliage, and root rot. In summer, abutilon is watered frequently (up to 3 times a week).

To keep the soil moist for a long time, it is loosened and mulched with coconut substrate and crushed bark. After flowering, moderate watering is needed - once every 10 days..

Water with settled water at room temperature.

Pot size

If the tree is grown from seeds, take a small container for sowing. Abutilone develops quickly. As it grows, increase the size of the pot. The need to change the container will be indicated by the appearance of roots from the drainage holes, shredding of flowers and slower growth.

In order not to bring the shrub to a critical state, the diameter of the pot is gradually increased until it becomes optimal for abutilon - 13 - 15 cm. The diameter of each new container should be 2 cm larger than the previous one. Some types of abutilone live more than 8 years; long-lived plants are grown in tubs.

Primer for Abutilone

Loose, rich in humus soil for abutilon is the key to growing a strong, beautiful tree. The soil is quickly depleted because the indoor maple uses up nutrients instantly. To help the plant replenish their supply, the soil is updated twice a year, taking into account the acidity of the soil.

The development of the tree occurs faster in neutral or slightly acidic soil (pH approximately 6), which can be prepared at home by adding peat mixture biohumus, vermiculite, sand.

Feeding and fertilizer

Abutilone slows down its development from November to March, when its dormant period is observed. At this time, feeding is prohibited: excessive stimulation will deplete the plant. In the flowering and growth phase, on the contrary, organic fertilizer and fertilizer minerals important. They are carried out once every 2 weeks after watering.

When abutilone forms buds, phosphorus and potassium are needed. With an excess of nitrogen, the tree grows quickly, but does not bloom. Use liquid fertilizers for flowering plants. They contain useful material V the right proportions and are easily digestible.

Transfer

The indoor maple tree needs a transplant. It is carried out after noticing the signs that Abutilon gives:

• slow growth;
• small flowers;
• roots protrude from drainage holes;
• the buds fall;
• light spots appear on the leaves due to lack of nutrition;
• The diameter of the crown visually exceeds the diameter of the pot.

When replanting (transferring) abutilon from one pot to another, renew the container if necessary. Refresh the soil, remove dense accumulations of roots and damaged roots. The cut areas are sprinkled with crushed coal. Young bushes are replanted once a year, adults - after 3 years. It is better to do this in cloudy weather so that the plant can more easily tolerate transplantation.

Reproduction of Abutilone

A new tree can be obtained using seeds or cuttings.

Propagation of abutilone by cuttings

Usually at the age of 5 years the trunk becomes woody and abutilon becomes less attractive. Propagation by cuttings – a good option tree renewal. It is better to do this from spring to late summer. Cuttings 15 cm long are cut from strong branches, clearing the lower leaves and flowers. Place, slightly tilting, in moist soil. Water, mulch, cover with film. To prevent condensation from accumulating, several holes are made. The seedlings are kept warm, at a temperature of 22 - 25°. The film is regularly removed for ventilation and watering. After a month, the cuttings take root and are transplanted into a pot.

Growing abutilone from seeds

Propagation by seeds not always convenient: they quickly lose their viability. It is better to sow last year's seeds. In the spring, large seeds are selected and treated in a solution of potassium permanganate. Furrows are made in the soil and the seeds are placed at a distance of 20 mm from each other, deepening them by 5 mm. The container with seedlings is covered with polyethylene. Make holes to allow the seedlings to “breathe”. Keep at a temperature of 20 - 23°C. The film is removed to moisten and ventilate the soil. After 3 weeks, the first shoots appear. When 2 leaves grow, the seedlings are planted in pots and placed in a bright place away from drafts. After 4 - 6 months, the abutilon will bloom.

Variegated species are propagated only by cuttings in order to preserve biological features parent plant.

Diseases and pests of Abutilon

The plant is unpretentious, but improper care can cause problems:

1. Abutilone sheds leaves – improper watering (stagnation of water or lack of moisture), sudden changes in lighting or temperature, draft.
2. The tips of abutilon leaves dry out and curl. – very dry air in the room. It is necessary to spray the leaves (without touching the flowers); put away from the batteries, place an open container of water next to the pot.
3. Yellow color of abutilon foliage – dry air, hot room, lack of nitrogen. Carry out spraying, ventilation, fertilizing.
4. Pale foliage color - little light. The plant is moved to a brighter place.

With very dry air and excessive watering, abutilon is attacked by pests: aphids, scale insects, mealybugs, spider mites, whiteflies, thrips. To combat them, insecticides are used and the conditions of the plant are changed.

Types of homemade abutilone with name and photo

More than 100 types of abutilone are known. Some of them, adapted to home life, are grown at home. They differ small size, bloom for a long time and do not require special conditions content.

Abutilon Megapotamian (AbutilonMegapotamicum), or Abutilon Amazonian

The shrub grows up to 1.5 m. The stems are thin and drooping. The length of the elongated oval leaves with jagged edges reaches 8 cm. Single flowers hang on long stalks. The red corolla has a tubular-ribbed shape.

The petals, which have a red spot at the base, are colored yellow. With proper care it blooms all year round. In England it is called a “weeping Chinese lantern”.

Abutilone grape leaf (AbutilonVitifolium)

A tall branched shrub, grows up to 2 m. Bright green leaves with jagged edges reach 20 cm, have from 3 to 5 lobes. The inflorescences are painted blue or lilac, with dark veins on the petals. The flowers are arranged in groups. Long shoots are covered with fluff. Blooms from late April.

Abutilon Sello (AbutilonSellowianum)

Grows up to 2 m. Slightly branched straight shoots are pubescent. The pointed, elongated, three-lobed leaves have a smooth texture and serrated edges. The flowers are soft purple with pink veins. The flowering period falls on July - December.

Abutilon spotted, or Abutilon painted (AbutilonPictum /Striatum)

A shrub with flexible short shoots and multi-lobed green leaves on long petioles. They have a heart-shaped appearance, white spots and jagged edges. Golden flowers with dark pink veins are shaped like a bell. Formed in the axils of leaves. Flowering occurs at the very end of summer.

Abutilone hybrid (AbutilonHybridum)

Abutilone received artificially when crossing different types plants. An evergreen tree 1.5 m high. Petals can be painted in different colors: pink, white, orange, red, yellow, burgundy. Veins are always visible on them - dark or light. The shape of the flowers resembles bells. The leaves are covered with delicate hair, have 3–5 lobes and long petioles.

Abutilone – beautiful plant, capable of refreshing and decorating the interior. Brings peace and joy to the home. Responsive to basic care, and when good care ready to bloom all year long.

Novice flower growers can safely grow abutilon, because despite its spectacular appearance, the plant does not require special care. A bush or small tree grows quickly and blooms with proper care for a long time. The variety of species and varieties is wide; you can form a bush or small tree.

Home maple abutilone

This home plant flower growers appreciated it for its long and bright flowering, because with proper care it will produce new buds until the cold autumn. It is a guest in our latitudes; its natural habitat is in the subtropics: Africa, Asia and Australia. The question naturally arises whether abutilone is poisonous or not, because many plants from hot countries contain poisonous or hazardous substances. But home maple is not only completely safe, but is also considered medicinal plant at home.

Abutilone - types

In order not to make a mistake and choose for indoor keeping suitable look domestic maple should be sought among varieties suitable for such purposes. They all have common characteristics.

1. The size of an adult bush will not clutter up the entire area.
2. The bush always has many branches, which makes it elegant and lush.
3. Abundant flowering and variety of shades. The flowers are large, and the foliage pleases the eye with its brightness and variegated patterns.
4. Almost all varieties of abutilon for home cultivation can bloom for a very long time, without requiring additional illumination with lamps.

Abutilon Megapotamian

You can grow an ampelous or semi-ampelus bush from this type of domestic maple. However, there are some difficulties in growing.

Abutilon Bella

A distinctive feature of this species is the compactness of the bush and the enviable density of the crown. Flowering will be abundant and bright. Lush greenery is represented by small leaves, which become the background for large pink or red flowers. Indoor abutilon of this variety series is suitable for a compact indoor garden, because the crown dimensions rarely exceed 40 cm in height.

Abutilone Hybrid

The leaves of this species are more similar to maple than others. The length of the leaf blade can reach 12 cm; together with the bark, they are covered with a light coating of wax. The bell is approximately 5 cm in diameter and blooms in orange, yellow or burgundy.

Abutilon Juliet

The calling card of abutilon Juliet is considered to be a permanent continuous flowering. If provided correct lighting, the abutilon plant blooms almost all year round.

Abutilon Variegated

The species is suitable for compact growing or forming a tree. Depending on pruning and the method of crown formation, the height of the bush varies between 50-150 cm. Feature in foliage: according to the description, variegated abutilon is covered with emerald green leaves with an edge. With sufficient lighting, bright yellow and white spots appear on the leaf plate; in constant shade, they are replaced by a light green color. Flowering may be yellow or red-orange.

Abutilon - care

Home maple fits well not only into the interior of the room, it is grown on balconies and winter gardens. IN summer time flowerpots can be taken out without fear. The main advantage of this plant is its rapid growth: two months after planting the cuttings for rooting, you can get ready-made seedlings for decoration. Abutilone does not require complex care at home, it is important to choose optimal parameters for the selected variety and comply with their implementation.

Abutilon - trimming

One of the main advantages of home maple is its incredible fast growth. Many gardeners consider this quality to be a problem, because abutilon must be trimmed regularly. To prevent a spectacular dense bush from turning into unsightly thickets, pruning is necessary in the fall or early spring. Without this procedure, you will get a one and a half meter plant in a year. During the growing season, all weak shoots must be removed.

There are two options for how to form abutilone. It all depends on the chosen type and the desired result. To form a tree, you should leave one central shoot and constantly trim all the side branches to approximately the same length. If the goal is to get a bush, you will have to stimulate the growth and bushiness of abutilon by pinching.

How to transplant abutilon?

The intensity of growth and the origin of abutilone dictate the frequency of transplantation and some of its features.

Primer for abutilone

Full growth and splendor of flowering will be ensured correct composition soil. The soil should be loose and nutritious. For abutilone, a mixture based on high-moor and low-lying peat is suitable. Additionally you need to put good drainage to the bottom of the pot. Good growth gives soil consisting of turf, humus and leaf soil, with the addition of sand. It is also acceptable to use ready-made substrates for palm trees.

However, no matter how nutritious the soil is for abutilone, it will have to be improved by applying fertilizers. Suitable fertilizer for flowering plants. The soil is fertilized according to instructions from the beginning of spring until late autumn every day of the week. If flowering has not stopped in winter, fertilizing can be extended. It is important to keep the soil constantly moist, but to ensure good drainage of water.

Why doesn't abutilone bloom?

For large, actively growing indoor flowers need to create the right conditions to make them bloom. This problem occurs often, because abutilone needs to grow green mass and roots, and also leave strength for budding. By following just three basic rules on how to care for abutilone, you will be able to achieve its flowering.

1. After active growth, little nutrients remain in the soil. There are simply not enough of them to throw out the buds. The bush needs to be fed and replanted regularly so that it absorbs enough of the fertilizers it needs.
2. If there is a lack of light, abutilon will not want to produce buds. We'll have to try and find optimal conditions when there is no direct sunlight, but there is constant and a lot of light.
3. When the roots of the bush grow to such an extent that they completely entwine the earthen ball and fill the pot, only then does the abutilon begin to bloom.

Abutilone - reproduction

The domestic maple not only grows at a record pace, it is also not demanding when it comes to propagation. The seeds begin to grow with almost 100% germination, and the cuttings take root well. The answer to the question of how abutilon propagates depends on the species and variety. If this is a representative of a variety series with green leaves, propagation by seeds or cuttings is permissible. To preserve the characteristic spots on varieties with variegated leaves, only cuttings are necessary.

Abutilon - propagation by cuttings

This method is preferable, because it gives a 100% guarantee of preservation varietal characteristics. When growing abutilon or indoor maple, novice flower growers master propagation by cuttings more quickly.

Abutilone from seeds

Cultivation by seed method is suitable for propagating varieties with green leaves and for adventurous gardeners who are interested in seeing abutilon bloom from scratch.

Abutilone - diseases and pests

Typical problems during cultivation are the appearance spider mite, aphids and scale insects. Abutilon is affected by whitefly and mealybug. Abutilon pests are destroyed by traditional insecticides recommended for all indoor flowering plants. Compliance with the conditions of detention will reduce the risk of such problems to a minimum. Another one common problem why abutilone leaves turn yellow. Here, we are more likely to talk not about a fungus or pest, but about too dry or hot air.

Abutilon or indoor maple belongs to the malvaceae family.

This is a plant attracts the attention of gardeners with a variety of shapes, occurs as a small bush, tree or grass.

The flower develops well in tropical or subtropical climates.

Habitat various types countries of Africa, Australia and Asia are considered abutilon.

Note! In nature, there are about 150 varieties of domestic maple.

Description

Abutilone is perennial with numerous green leaves, their edges are carved, in appearance they resemble maple greens. The size of leaf blades in some varieties reaches 20 centimeters.

With proper care of the crop at home, its height can reach 2 meters. The bush is well leafy, branched, the shoots are red with a brown tint.

Bloom

Culture is characterized long flowering . The first inflorescences form on abutilon already in May, the flowers fade in October. The color of the bells depends on the varietal characteristics of the plant.

The petals can be golden, pink, red or orange. The inflorescences of the plant can be simple or double.

Types and varieties with photos

Despite the diversity of the crop in question, several dozen ornamental varieties can be grown indoors. Let's take a look at the description of the most popular of them:

Abutilon Bella

This compact branched bush. The plant blooms profusely throughout the growing season.

Inflorescences of various colors are made in the shape of a bell. The diameter of the bud is from 7 to 10 centimeters.

Formed from thin drooping shoots. The leaves are green, oval, slightly elongated in shape with jagged edges. Inflorescences are solitary, located on long stalks. The corolla of the flower consists of wedge-shaped petals with a red spot near the base.

Has an unattractive appearance. In old times raw materials from this plant were used to make fibers and burlap.

This culture differs from others in its heart-shaped leaves and yellow inflorescences. IN indoor floriculture Theophrastus' rope is not used.

Abutilone Hybrid

This home flower with brown shoots, its height does not exceed 1.5 meters. The leaves are green, slightly dissected, with 3-5 lobes. On inner surface The leaf blades have a noticeable white edge.

The inflorescences are drooping, bell-shaped, petals, red, burgundy or golden color.

Abutilon sellowianum

Reaches up to 2 meters in height. The shoots of this crop are erect, the leaves are whole, less often trifoliate.

The inflorescences are purple with pink veins. The flowering of the crop in question continues from late spring to mid-autumn.

It has shoots up to 1 meter in length, stems with a slight edge. At the top of the plant, the leaves are three-lobed with barely noticeable pubescence up to 20 centimeters in length. On lower leaves there are 5-7 blades.

The inflorescences are shaped like a bell and are formed in several pieces on a peduncle. The flowering period of the crop is from mid-spring to September.

Abutilon Striped (variegated)

also found under the name spotted. The bush consists of short and thin shoots that become woody over time. The leaves are pointed, without edge, heart-shaped.

Inflorescences are formed in the axils of the plant, bell-shaped on long stalks. The flower petals are golden with reddish veins. Inflorescences can be simple or double.

During development it takes on the appearance of a spreading bush. This the plant reaches 1.5 meters in height. The stems of the crop are pubescent, erect, the leaves are large, up to 15 centimeters long, green in color.

The beginning of flowering of this variety of abutilon is observed in May and ends in late autumn.

This is a hybrid variety blooms almost all year round.

This indoor maple grows up to 150 cm and does not require special care.

Considered one of the most high grades , because this plant reaches 4 meters in height. In this regard, the specified abutilon Suntense is planted in winter gardens.

In indoor conditions, Suntense reaches 2 meters in height. Buds up to 10 centimeters in diameter are blue or lilac.

Abutilon Bellevue reaches up to 2 meters in height. The inflorescences are quite large, up to 5 centimeters in diameter, red, pink, yellow or orange.

Bellevue is suitable for growing in greenhouses on attics and balconies.

Care

Indoor maple is enough unpretentious plant, but for its normal development certain conditions must be met. The culture loves light, but does not tolerate the direct influence of direct sunlight.

Advice! In the summer, place a flowerpot on the balcony and hang a curtain on the window for shading. To obtain annual flowering, regularly replant the crop in a suitable container.

Temperature

The best temperature conditions For the development of the rope, the following indicators are considered:

• 20...25 degrees in summer;
• 12…15 degrees in winter time.

Important! When installing a plant on a loggia, the temperature in the winter should not drop below +5 degrees. In such conditions, plants develop poorly and may lose their leaves. The effects of drafts are especially detrimental to crops.

When temperatures rise to +30 degrees and above, the formation of buds stops, and the flower can shed existing inflorescences.

Indoor maple loves dim, diffused lighting.

Direct sunlight on its foliage is contraindicated..

To protect the plant from the scorching sun, flowerpots are placed on the eastern or southwestern windowsill.

On the north side of the house, the crop will not receive enough light. With a lack of lighting, the abutilons' crown thins out, a reduced number of leaves and less intense flowering are observed.

Watering

The plants in question need plenty of moisture, especially in winter period when working heating devices or in summer during prolonged drought.

A lack of moisture in the soil can cause leaves and flower buds to drop. Watering is carried out as necessary as the top layer of soil dries. In addition, the temperature and humidity in the room are taken into account.

Important! In room conditions, abutilon should be watered with warm, settled or rainwater. During the dormant period, soil moisture is done much less frequently than in summer.

Humidity

The plant has no requirements for air humidity in the room, but spraying will not be superfluous. It is better to carry out such operations in winter with the heating running in the evening.

In addition, spraying is carried out in the summer during persistent drought, although there is no particular need for this.

Soil and replanting

To replant a one-year-old plant, a pot with a capacity of 1 liter is enough.

When growing the flower in question, the following feature is observed: bye root system will not fill the entire earthen lump, it will not begin to form inflorescences.

Transplanting the plant into a larger container should be done after the roots emerge from the drainage holes.

Many gardeners use a universal nutrient mixture purchased in the store for indoor maple.

You can make your own soil from coarse sand, peat and deciduous soil.

These components are mixed in equal proportions. Another option for preparing the nutritional composition is used:

• 0.5 parts coarse sand;
• one part peat;
• one part of humus;
• two parts of deciduous soil.

Trimming

Abutilone differs from others indoor plants intensive growth, rapid education side shoots, so formative pruning is needed for its normal development.

Such operations should be carried out in early spring, when the plant has not yet emerged from its dormant state. During pruning, all shoots are cut to a third of their length.

In this way, the gardener will be able to form a beautiful crown and receive abundant flowering of the crop. After flowering, you need to remove the dried inflorescences and adjust the crown.

Reproduction

Reproduction of the culture is possible using cuttings, as well as by seed.

Sowing of grains is carried out in early or mid-March in a pre-moistened nutrient mixture of peat and sand in equal proportions.

The seeds are buried 1.5 centimeters into the ground.

After this, the seedling box should be placed in a well-lit, warm place and covered. transparent film. When grown indoors, the first shoots appear within a week after sowing.

For propagation by cuttings, sections of lateral shoots up to 12 centimeters long are taken from the crop. The lower leaves need to be removed from them, after which the vegetative organs are placed in a root-forming solution, then buried in a moistened nutrient mixture and a film cover is built on top.

After 2-3 weeks, when the first leaves appear on the shoots, the greenhouse is removed and they begin to care for the cuttings as if they were an ordinary plant.

Diseases and pests

Aphids can be driven away by treating the leaves with a soap solution or simply driving away the insects with a stream of water. To combat mealybugs, an alcohol solution is used, which is soaked in a cotton swab and applied to the leaves.

Among the diseases, the crop is often affected by powdery mildew.

Symptoms of this disease can be easily identified by the appearance of a sticky black coating on the leaves.

Get rid of powdery mildew will help chemical drug Actara.

Gardeners often encounter another popular indoor maple disease, root rot.

This disease is associated with wilting and shedding of leaves from the crop. Effective treatment is considered to be replanting the flower, removing rotting roots and treating plant wounds with crushed coal.

Other problems with abutilone are related to improper care for culture. It can be:

• sudden changes in room temperature;
• lack or excess of moisture in the soil;
• crown thickening;
• no spraying, dry air in the room.

These problems lead to yellowing and curling, and sometimes even falling of the flower leaves.

There are several options for forming the crown of an indoor maple tree:

wide bush can be formed if 4-5 powerful shoots have formed near the ground. Such branches are obtained when growing a plant into one trunk. It is cut to half its length after reaching a height of 25-30 centimeters.

When the side shoots reach 25 centimeters, they are shortened again by 50%. A wide bush is obtained by periodic pruning over a period of 6 months.

A tall bush is formed according to the type of tree crown for 4-6 months. Indoor maple is grown in one trunk until it reaches a height of 20 centimeters, then cut to 30% of the length. After a few weeks, buds and buds will appear on the central shoot, which need to be pinched.

When the crown of the flower grows strongly, the side shoots need to be shortened by half, as, for example, in this video:

A standard tree is formed by pinching the crown of the plant after reaching the trunk required thickness. The lower branches are removed using pruning shears, the upper ones are left to form the future crown.

Exists many varieties of abutilone for growing indoors. Each flower is beautiful in its own way, but to obtain abundant flowering It is necessary to follow the basic rules of crop care, inspect the plant, and fight diseases and pests.