- How often is the cobbler's palm watered?
- When can the cobbler palm be repotted?
- Do cobbler palms need pruning?
- Are cobbler palms susceptible to pest infestation?
- What diseases can occur?
- When and how are cobbler palms fertilized?
- Does the cobbler palm need special care in winter?
The best-known cobbler palm species is the Aspidistra elatior, which is cultivated in this country as a decorative green plant for indoor use. Its dark green, glossy, oblong leaves grow directly from the rhizomes in large numbers. The maintenance effort is very low.
The shoemaker palm is very easy to care for
The shoemaker palm is also called shield flower or butcher palm. Its origin is in East Asia. The genus includes over 100 species, most of which are bred outdoors in frost-free areas. In Europe, Aspidistra elatior adorns apartments, offices and shops as an evergreen ornamental plant. For a successful indoor culture, the following care instructions should be observed:
How often is the cobbler's palm watered?
The shoemaker's palm is watered evenly and regularly so that there is no dried-up soil or backwater in the pot. Between waterings, the top layer of the root ball should dry.
When can the cobbler palm be repotted?
The cobbler palm should only be repotted when the rhizomes grow over the edge of the pot. Spring is a good time to repot. Commercial potting soil for green plants is suitable as a substrate.
Do cobbler palms need pruning?
A pruning is usually not necessary. Only the fully dried leaves should be cut off close to the ground.
Are cobbler palms susceptible to pest infestation?
The following pests can occur:
- mealybugs
- Mealybug
- scale insects
- Spider Mites (Red Spiders)
The infestation of mealybugs and mealybugs is easily recognizable by small, white balls on the dark leaf surface. The red spider, on the other hand, is not immediately noticeable. If the room air is too dry, it is therefore advisable to regularly check the underside of the leaves.
What diseases can occur?
Leaf spot disease occasionally occurs in this Aspidistra species. However, the brown spots on the leaves can also be caused by excessive, permanent moisture.
When and how are cobbler palms fertilized?
Fertilize lightly every four weeks during the growing season. As a rule, however, an annual fertilizer application with the new leaf sprouting in spring is sufficient. The freshly divided plants should not be fertilized.
Does the cobbler palm need special care in winter?
The cobbler palms get along with normal room temperatures in heated rooms. A cool winter quarters is also suitable. Temperatures below 5°C are not tolerated.
tips
The cobbler palm can spend the summer outside. It does well in a sheltered, semi-shady to shady spot. It doesn't tolerate blazing sun.