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Spice Vegetable

FISH MINT

(HEARTLEAF)

Fish mint (also known as Houttuynia cordata) is a versatile herb used as a fresh vegetable. It has cooling properties and a unique taste.

Living Conditions

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Mild Climate
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Moist Water Needs
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Loose Soil Type

Preparation

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Cuttings Stem
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Shade Under Trees
Density: 20,000 plants/1000m²

Water Needs

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Loves moisture, cannot tolerate waterlogging
Fish Mint

Fish Mint

Houttuynia cordata

22-25
Tons/ha yield
35-40
Days to Harvest
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1. Bio Characteristics

Fascicled roots, adventurous roots at nodes. Heart-shaped leaves, smooth, alternate. Light yellow small flowers.

Adaptability: 85%
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2. Uses

Culinary (fresh vegetable) and Medicinal (treats dysentery, measles, inflammation).

Value: 90%
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3. Cultivation

Best in Spring. Row spacing 20cm. Use stem cuttings.

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Weeding
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favorite I. Uses & Value

Fish mint can be used as a fresh vegetable, eaten alone or with other raw vegetables. Although cooling, it has a fishy taste so some people may not be used to consuming it.

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Medicinal Value: Treats dysentery, measles, and blocked milk ducts in postpartum women.

spa II. Biological Characteristics

  • Roots & Stem: Fascicled roots; adventitious roots can grow from stem nodes. Herbaceous stem, soft, light green or purple.
  • Leaves: Heart-shaped leaves, light green, smooth, alternate. Flowers are small, light yellow.
  • Climate: Prefers mild climate, scattered light, grows well under large trees. Loves moisture but cannot tolerate waterlogging.
  • Soil: Grows well on loose soil, neutral pH. Avoid soil that is too rich or muddy.

agriculture III. Cultivation Techniques

1. Seasons

  • Spring Season: Best time for planting.
  • Dry Season: In the South.

2. Soil and Fertilizers

Bed Preparation: Bed width 1.1-1.2m, height 0.15-0.25m, furrow 25-30cm.

Fertilizer per 1,000m²:

  • check_circle Organic fertilizer: 1.5 - 2 tons
  • check_circle Superphosphate: 15 - 20kg
  • check_circle Potassium sulphate: 10kg
  • check_circle NPK: 40 - 45kg (Total/season)

* Basal application: all organic fertilizer, phosphate and 2/3 potassium at a depth of 10-12cm.

3. Spacing & Care

  • Spacing: Row spacing 20cm, plant spacing 15cm. 20,000 plants/1000m².
  • Planting: Plant using stem cuttings, bury the root and base, press lightly around it.
  • Care:
    - Watering: Twice/day before greening, then once/day. Use clean water.
    - Weeding: 10-15 days after planting, hoe lightly and hill up roots.
    - Top Dressing: After first 2 harvests: 3kg potassium + 4-5kg NPK. Total/season: 40-45kg NPK in 4-5 applications.
  • Pests: Few pests, use biological pesticides if necessary.

inventory_2 IV. Harvest & Preservation

  • Timing: First harvest 35-40 days after planting. Then every 15-20 days.
  • Method: Cut across the stem, taking 5-6 leaves with each top. Leave 5-6cm of stem near the root.
  • Yield: 22-25 tons/ha. Highest yield in spring.
Fertilizers (for 1,000m²)
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1.5-2 Ton Organic
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40-45 kg NPK (Total)
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15-20 kg Superphosphate
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10 kg Potassium

Growth Process (Multi-Harvest)

Planting

Spring - Stem cuttings.

Care

Water daily, weed after 2 weeks.

First Harvest

Day 35-40.

Next Harvests

Every 15-20 days.