Flowers Vanka is wet - quite an old plant, its second name is balsam. He was brought to Russia in the 16th century from Africa. At us it has got accustomed so much, that has shown itself even in the literature. The secret of the plant is that as the storm approaches, the flower emits water and becomes wet. Vanka is wet - photos can be seen almost everywhere. Some useful information about growing and maintaining a plant at home can be found in our article.
Impossible
Also it is also called touchy. The thing is that after pollination on the plant fruits are formed, which soon dry up, forming large round shaped boxes. At the slightest touch they burst, scattering far away around their large-sized seeds.
Care
Flowers Vanka wet in care are unpretentious, you just need not forget to water it. The soil in the flower pot should always be moist, since it is very fond of water. During the summer, watering can be done daily, but it is not worth pouring it. In winter, you need, on the contrary, beware of excess moisture, otherwise the roots will rot. Since the flowers of Vanka wet were brought to us from Africa, therefore, they love warmth. Balsam blooms in summer as well as in winter. The optimum temperature for him in the winter is not lower than 15 degrees, and in the summer above 12 degrees, otherwise he will stop growing. The place for him is better to choose in the form of diffused light or penumbra, then he will feel great and delight you with his wonderful flowers. When the heat is more than 25 degrees and under direct sunlight, the balm sheds its flowers. Vanka wet loves the moisture of the soil and the moisture of the leaves. That is why periodically it is necessary to spray its leaves, avoiding water falling on the flowers.
Planting and reproduction
Beautiful flowers of Vanka wet will feel better if the roots of the plant completely fill the pot. When growing, it is necessary to transplant it into a larger pot, it is better to do it in the spring. Reproduction of balsam can be done in any convenient way: either by seeds, but only in the spring period, or by cuttings, but at any time of the year. If you choose the second option, then the plant can not only be planted, but also updated it, getting rid of the old one, which stretched from the light and lost its appearance. With cuttings, the flowers remaining on the cut may not disappear.
Diseases
Like any other plant, balsam is exposed to various pests and diseases. Most of all, it lends itself to fungal diseases and quickly withers. In this case it is necessary to resort to the help of fungicides. With a large amount of watering, aphids and mites appear on the plant, the flower is covered with black, which tightens the entire plant with a film. If Vanka is wet at the initial stage of the disease, then home treatment will help. To do this, wipe the leaves of balsam from both sides with a soap solution from the laundry soap with a soft cloth, then cover with a bag, leaving a small hole for ventilation. The next day, arrange the plant shower, rinsing the leaves, and again for two days, hide under the bag, do not forget to periodically ventilate.