Introduction to coconut bran

Coconut bran refers to the fiber powder of coconut shell. It is a pure natural organic matter medium that falls off during the processing of coconut shell fiber. It is the coconut by-product or waste after processing

Coconut bran ingredients

The natural state of coconut bran is acidic. Coconut bran with low pH value is not easy to breed microorganisms, which is conducive to plant growth; The coconut coat used to make coconut bran also has certain mineral nutrition

Characteristics of coconut bran

Advantages

First, coconut bran has good water retention. It can fully maintain the nutrients and water required for plant growth, reduce the loss of water and nutrients, and enable the root system of the plant to absorb more water and nutrients during the growth period

Second, coconut bran has good air permeability. It can effectively prevent the corruption of plant roots and promote the healthy development of plant roots; It can also protect the soil from mud

Third, the natural decomposition rate of coconut bran is slow, which can prolong the service life of the matrix

Fourth, coconut bran is biodegradable and relatively environmentally friendly

Fifth, the cost of coconut bran is low

Shortcomings

In the cultivation of plants like duorou, if coconut bran is used only, the root system of the plant will become fragile, prone to stiff seedlings and hardening, and easy to rot in high temperature in summer

Applicable plant

Coconut bran can be used for soilless cultivation of flowers and economic plants, and also for cultivating seedlings. Coconut bran is best mixed with matrix when used. It can be used to grow plants such as fleshy, Anthurium andraeanum, Phalaenopsis, orchid, carnation, rose, Lily and Gerbera