T/TFHT Z018-2019 Artificial inoculation operation procedure for wild Cistanche simulans in its natural habitat
T/TFHT Z018-2019 Artificial inoculation operation procedure for wild Cistanche simulans in its natural habitat
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Main Technical Content: 3.4 Climate Conditions The annual sunlight duration should exceed 2,600–3,300 hours. The annual precipitation should be less than 200 mm, which is favorable for the survival of the host plant, Artemisia tridentata, and ideal planting conditions. 4. Preparatory Work 4.1 Site Selection and Preparation - Select a flat, well-ventilated, and water-permeable sandy soil with a pH value of 7.5–9.0. For uneven terrain, use large machinery to flatten sand dunes. Where possible, apply 300–500 kg of composted farmyard manure per mu and irrigate with winter water to prepare for afforestation in the following year. 4.2 Afforestation of Artemisia tridentata - The most suitable time for transplantation is mid-March to mid-April, when the temperature exceeds 5°C and the plants have not yet sprouted. - Plant with a row spacing of 5 m and a planting spacing of 0.5 m to promote light and air penetration and mechanized harvesting of Cistanche. - Maintenance of the Artemisia tridentata forest focuses on irrigation and pest/disease/rodent control. Irrigate immediately after planting and, where possible, install drip irrigation systems, adjusting the irrigation frequency and amount based on plant growth. - For pest/disease/rodent control, adopt a "prevention-first, integrated control" approach, using biological and physical methods to protect natural predators and maintain ecological balance. Encourage the use of biopesticides. - Powdery mildew: Spray sulfur-copper mixture once a week for 3–4 consecutive weeks. - Root rot: Occurs primarily in young Artemisia tridentata plants during periods of high soil moisture. Control by managing irrigation and promptly removing diseased plants. - Grasshopper plague: Larvae feed on young Artemisia tridentata branches, causing severe damage to growth. Control by strengthening field management and using light traps during the May emergence period. 4.3 Seed Preparation - Seed quality assessment crite