Product Description:
This is the most popular among them Its long, sword-shaped, variegated leaves make it a distinctive and attractive ornamental piece. Though different species of slow-growing Furcraea vary in size, slow-growing. foetida is a fairly manageable size for container cultivation, standing at nearly 5-feet tall and up to 8-feet wide. The F. foetida is also commonly referred to as Mauritius hemp or green aloe.
Light:
This is a light-loving plant and should be planted in an area where it can get plenty of sunlight. When grown outdoors, choose a spot that gets full sun to light shade. If you are planting it indoors, make sure it’s near an east-facing or west-facing window.
Water:
Water it moderately during summers and the blooming season but after that, it requires only occasional watering. Be very careful not to overwater as it can be very damaging for the plant.
Soil:
Well-drained soil is a must for healthy growth. They usually prefer slightly acidic soil.
Fertilizer:
To feed your Furcraea, use a controlled-release fertilizer at the start of the growing season. Alternatively, you can use a diluted liquid solution.
Pruning:
Furcraea foetida has few pruning needs, simply cut away dead or damaged leaves with sterile gardening shears.
Propagating:
Furcraea foetida propagates from bulbs that appear at the base of the mother plant. These small bulbs can be collected and replanted in fresh containers. Make sure, though, to keep them well-drained in their infancy and provide bright light.
Potting and Repotting :
When repotting your plant, make sure that you have a pot large enough to contain this massive plant as it can grow quite big. The soil should be absolutely dry before you plant. Make sure to take away any dead roots and knock off the old soil first. Once you’ve transplanted Mauritius hemp, give it at least a week before watering to avoid chances of root rot.
