Lucky bamboo

Hi Mythili,
Don't worry about it. They are used to keep the moist in the plant.
I don't get why there was bad smell. Change the water.
Regards.

Originally Posted by MythiliMurali

hi chitra & puni
can u clarify one more doubt regarding my plant
today i got some smell from my lucky bamboo plant,same as that when we store water in a drum.so when i tried to change water i saw some gel(looks like alovera ) at the roots.what is the use of it & does the smell coming from it.how long i have to keep that.
thanks

Hope these tips help:)

To start, you'll need a plant. Look for it labled Lucky Bamboo, Ribbon Plant, or occasionally by it's true name, Dracaena sanderiana. Any size plant will do to start, but make sure it smells fresh, as a bad odor indicates poor health.
Next, find a pot that is about 2 inches bigger around than the plant. You can use a sealed pot and grow it in pure water, or you can plant it in soil in a pot with a drain hole.
If you are growing it in standing water, you will need some pebbles to hold it upright. If in soil, try mixing 1/3rd each of sand, peat moss, and regular soil to insure excellent drainage.
If you are growing it in standing water, it is best to keep the water level above the top of the supporting pebbles. But you will need to change the water at least once per week to prevent the plant from rotting. It is a good idea to rinse the vase, pebbles, and plant each time you do this.
If you are growing the plant in soil, let the soil get damp (as opposed to wet or dry) between watering. Then water the plant heavily so that the soil os fully saturated.
Add a very light fertilizer periodically. Remember that most plants do not sit in soggy soil or standing water. So they need a higher dose of fertilizer to get enough in their system. However, Dracenia will sit in the fertilized water for days at a time. Too much fertilizer is worse than none at all, so use it sparingly.

Use distilled water to prevent algae from growing in your vase.

thanks puni & chitra.
i changed the water.i will change the pot soon as it is small also not comfortable for me to replace.
regards

I read this about lucky bamboo.thought to share it.

Different numbers of stalks are thought to symbolize slightly different kinds of luck, so you can use this information to help with your selection if you want (or just pick an arragement that you like):
2 stalks = love
3 or 6 stalks = happiness
5 or 7 stalks = health
8 stalks = wealth
9 stalks = general good fortune
21 stalks = blessings


for further information,refer
Lucky Bamboo: How to Choose and Care for Lucky Bamboo

particularly the 'NUTRIENTS' & 'Troubleshooting' tabs

Hi all,
I just saw this tread.I realized i have the lucky log plant from one of the links.Does anyone else have that...
Thanks

Hi all,
Thanks for sharing nice info on lucky bamboo.

Cheers,
Lakshmi.

hi to all,
if v trim the leaves of lucky bamboo will it grow more heigher?????

Originally Posted by vivbass

hi to all,
if v trim the leaves of lucky bamboo will it grow more heigher?????

Thats what I've heard. That the plant will grow if you trim the leaves.

Originally Posted by anandchitra

Thats what I've heard. That the plant will grow if you trim the leaves.

Thanks for the information, Chitra, I did not know this.

Thank u ACfor the reply. mine is now changed in to light green colour,so i kept near to window,so it'll get some light,it won't get direct sunlight....i think itz ok now...