Houseplants

This is the second year that stink bugs have come into my home. In this time there has been no evidence that they eat the house plants. They do leave pea size black spots on the leaves. These can be removed from smooth leaves with a wet paper towel. I don't know if the spots can be removed from fuzzy leaves.

You can find out the names of plants by using plant identification apps, visiting botanical gardens, consulting plant identification books or websites, or seeking help from local nurseries or horticultural societies. Taking clear photos of the plant and its features can also help with identification.

The structure that holds antheridia and archegonia in ferns is called the gametophyte. It is a small, heart-shaped structure that develops on the underside of the fern frond. Antheridia produce sperm cells, while archegonia produce egg cells for sexual reproduction in ferns.

Transpiration pull and cohesion tension are the two forces that move water through the xylem in plants. Transpiration pull is the result of water evaporation from the leaves, creating a negative pressure that pulls water up the plant. Cohesion tension refers to the water molecules' ability to stick together, allowing them to be pulled up the xylem as a continuous column.

To create a gnat-killing solution, you can mix equal parts of dish soap and water in a spray bottle. The dish soap will break the surface tension of the water, causing the gnats to drown when they come in contact with the solution. Just spray the mixture directly on the gnats or in areas where they are present to effectively eliminate them.

The sepals of a flower surround and protect the important parts such as the petals and reproductive organs. They are typically green and form the outermost layer of the flower before it blooms.

Ralph's selective breeding process likely increased the likelihood of offspring inheriting the purple flower trait. Through six generations of breeding only purple-flower producing plants, he would have amplified the presence of the desired trait in the gene pool. This process demonstrates how selective breeding can influence the genetic makeup of a population over time to favor specific traits.

yes, there term is "grey water" it does normally have traces or large amounts of soap and detergents in it - which can be toxic for plants over long periods of time. normally the water is collected settlement tanks where the scum, soap and detergents can be scrapped off the surface

Paddle Plant

Panda Plant

Pansy

Paperwhite Narcissus

Papyrus Plant

Parlor Palm

Parrot Flower

Passion Flower

Peace Lily

Peacock Plant

Peperomia

Periwinkle Flower

Persian Shield

Persian Violet

Petunia

Piggyback Plant

Pink Calla Lily

Pink Quill

Pitcher Plant

Plumeria

Pocketbook Plant

Poinsettia

Polka Dot Plant

Ponytail Palm

Pothos/ Devil's Ivy

Powder Puff Tree

Prayer Plant

Primrose Flowers

Purple Heart Plant

Purple Passion Plant

Purple Shamrock

Pygmy Date Palm

Touching plants typically won't hinder their growth, unless you're handling them roughly or causing physical damage. In some cases, gently touching plants can even help simulate a breeze, which can strengthen the plant's stems and overall growth. However, too much handling or touching can potentially transfer harmful oils or bacteria from your hands to the plant, so it's generally best to minimize direct contact.

Depends on the plant. But things like crabgrass and weeds can grow in abundant sources of water with just about anything short of poison in it. It's no the fact that the water is dirty or has laundry soap in it, it's the fact that the water source is abundant and regular. A more sensitive plant might be killed by laundry detergent. If you want to use compost as fertilizer i.e. those dirty underwear, go right ahead!

Lettuce is a flowering plant that reproduces sexually through the production of seeds. It has both male and female reproductive organs in its flowers, allowing for pollination and fertilization to produce seeds for the next generation.

Mosses and ferns rely on water for reproduction and to support their growth and development. They do not have a vascular system to transport water like flowering plants, so they need a moist environment to absorb water and nutrients directly through their tissues. Flowering plants have specialized structures, such as roots and vascular tissues, that help them efficiently transport water from the soil to other parts of the plant.

The whole idea of growing bonsai is to grow them as slowly as possible, however to get you started off a little quicker I would suggest planting them in the ground to begin.

Tree's will generally sprout and grow more quickly in the ground and, with the correct care (fertilising and soil composition), can be transplanted to a bonsai pot with little worry.

Please note that if you trim the tree roots when you transplant it, you will need to take off approximately the same length of the tree itself. Further to this, please ensure you have a mixture of soil that can drain well (dont cover the holes with soil because the soil will keep tipping out, instead just place a seashell curved side up over the holes).

On a final note, keep your tree under heavy guard. I suggest hiring armed guards in the initial stages of growth as all mannger of creatures, especially cats, will not think twice about digging at, clawing at, eating, pooping on your little tree sprout.

Once transplanted and established, just make sure you prune at the correct times and let it grow at the correct times.

Non-seed plants include mosses, ferns, and algae. These plants reproduce through spores instead of seeds, and they do not produce flowers or fruits. They are typically found in damp or shady environments and play important roles in ecosystems such as forming soil and providing habitats for wildlife.

Soaps are made up of Carbon, Hydrogen and Sodium/Potassium.

Generally a Carboxylic acid or "fatty acid", normally about 16-18 carbons long but can be between 4 and 24.

This Carboxylic acid "tail" is bonded to the Sodium or Potassium head.

Vegetative reproduction.

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There are many folk-cures and hear-say remedies for growing plants, many if not most will end in weakening if not killing the plant, the best recourse is to know the plant, know what type of soil it likes, and what kind of nutrients it requires, (well balanced nutrient filled diet) the simple course of action would be: Plain water, Air, Sunlight [full/partial/defused] and a mild form of fertilizer, keeping in mind not to over water or under water.

i would say that salt water'

A simple homemade natural insect killer for house plants is a mixture of water, mild dish soap, and neem oil. Combine 1 quart of water with 1 tsp of mild dish soap and 1 tsp of neem oil in a spray bottle. Shake well and spray the solution on the affected plants, focusing on the underside of leaves where insects like to hide. Repeat every few days as needed until the pests are under control.

The watering of Palm Plants depends on the species and it's location. A good rule of thumb for indoor plants is once a week for a thorough soaking or every 2 days, but don't let the plant sit in water. Humidity for an indoor plant may be provided with a bottom tray filled with small pebbles and water, to allow the plant to sit above the water so it will evaporate upwards. Check the soil of the plant with your finger. If it is dry on the surface, water it. Don't let the plant go too long without water. If a plant is too distressed it will not recover and could die. Watch for wilting/drooping leaves, this is a sure sign it needs water. If the leaves begin to yellow, it's possible it's receiving too much water.

Plants generally grow better in tap water as it contains minerals that are beneficial for their growth. Distilled water lacks these minerals that plants need, so using it exclusively may lead to nutrient deficiencies and affect plant growth.

Yes, grass can grow under artificial light, such as grow lights, as long as the light provides the necessary spectrum and intensity for photosynthesis. It is important to mimic natural sunlight conditions, including the right duration and intensity, for optimal grass growth.

Removing dust from leaves of house plants helps them to photosynthesize more effectively by allowing more light to reach the leaf surface. Dust can also block the plant's pores (stomata), hindering proper gas exchange. Additionally, it helps to prevent pests like spider mites from setting up colonies on the plants.

A houseplant typically needs around 300 mL of water each time it is watered. However, giving a houseplant 300 L of water at once would likely drown the plant and lead to root rot. It's important to water plants in moderation to avoid waterlogging the soil.