Maifan Stone 10 kg (ML) (Quality Maifanite stone sterile and washed)

What is it with maifan stone?

An important plant essential is Maifan stone but what exactly is Maifan stone?

A major benefit of maifan stone with its rich clay color and varying sizes, is that it allows you to achieve the highest aesthetic look you might desire for potted indoor babies without breaking the bank since maifan balls last for 1 to 2 years, making it a highly economical and practical option for plant care. Hence, if you intend to transfer a plant or maintain an already long-term plant parent, it will be an opportune time to add maifan balls to your list of plant care essentials.

With its raw component as the more commonly known Maifan or Maifanite stones, it’s no wonder this product is a hit! Maifan is generally sourced from East Asia and has been exported throughout the world for its various purposes such as:

• Water purification for drinkable water. 
• Water purification for shrimp propagation in aquaculture.
• Beverage production, particularly in beer.
• As food preservative.
• Agriculture.
• Cosmetic products.
• Cooking ware, especially in non-stick frying pans. Proving it is non-toxic and harmless to humans.

Maifan is a material mineral, element, that´s quite diverse. Who would have thought that a component beer production of beer can be used for aquaculture or even gardening?  Its diversity can be attributed to the fact that it contains about 62 different kinds of minerals, 14 of which being major elements.

Fifteen of which are considered as rare earth elements---Lithium, strontium, Selenium and molybdenum to name a few. The said elements play significant roles in the purification process where maifan is commonly used.

This is the reason why maifan stone would be a great complement to your plant essentials. Maifan is highly porous that allow a great absorption rate for heavy metal ions including lead, calcium, arsenic that are toxic to plants (and sometimes to humans-- like arsenic that is a potent poison).

General Information about using Maifan Stone for growing bonsais, cactus & succulents.

Maifan stone (also known as "medical stone" or "miracle stone") is a type of naturally occurring volcanic rock that has gained popularity in plant care, particularly for growing bonsais, cacti, and succulents. It is valued for its porous texture, which helps improve aeration and drainage, making it an excellent medium for plants that thrive in well-drained soils.

Here's some information on using Maifan stone for these specific types of plants:

Benefits of Maifan Stone:

1. Improved Drainage: Maifan stone is highly porous, allowing water to flow freely through the soil mix. This is crucial for cacti, succulents, and bonsais, as they don't tolerate standing water or overly moist environments.

2. Aeration: The stone allows air to reach the roots, preventing the risk of root rot, which can occur if the soil becomes compacted or waterlogged.

3. pH Balance: Maifan stone has a slightly alkaline nature, which can help maintain a stable pH level in the soil. This is beneficial for certain plants like succulents and cacti, which prefer neutral to slightly alkaline conditions.

4. Nutrient-Rich: While it doesn't provide all the nutrients that plants need, Maifan stone can release trace minerals (like potassium, calcium, and magnesium) into the soil, benefiting plant growth over time.

5. Disease Resistance: Maifan stone is known for its antimicrobial properties, which can help in preventing diseases that may affect the roots of your plants.

Using Maifan Stone for Different Plants:

1. Bonsai:

• Soil Mix: Bonsai trees need a well-draining, loose soil mix to support root health. Maifan stone can be added to a traditional bonsai mix (which often includes akadama, pumice, and lava rock) to enhance drainage and aeration.
• Proportion: Typically, a 20-30% mixture of Maifan stone with the bonsai soil should be sufficient.
• Watering: Even though Maifan stone helps with drainage, ensure you still water the bonsai carefully, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering is a common mistake.

2. Cacti:

• Soil Mix: Cacti require fast-draining soil to mimic their natural desert environment. You can mix Maifan stone with a cactus soil blend or create your own by combining it with sand and perlite.
• Proportion: A mix of 40-50% Maifan stone with other drainage-promoting components like sand or pumice is ideal for cacti.
• Watering: Cacti are drought-tolerant and should not be watered frequently. The Maifan stone will help keep the soil from staying too wet, which can lead to rot.

3. Succulents:

• Soil Mix: Similar to cacti, succulents require a well-draining soil mix. Maifan stone works well when mixed with cactus soil or other coarse materials like perlite and pumice.
• Proportion: About 30-40% Maifan stone in the soil mix should be enough to support the health of the roots.
• Watering: Succulents like to dry out completely between waterings, and the Maifan stone will assist in maintaining that balance by promoting drainage and preventing water retention.

How to Use Maifan Stone:

• As a Soil Amendment: Maifan stone can be mixed into the soil, typically by adding a percentage to your existing soil mix (bonsai, cactus, or succulent mix).
• As a Top Dressing: You can also use it as a top dressing over the surface of the soil to help with moisture retention and aesthetic appeal, especially for succulent arrangements.
• Potting Medium: If you're re-potting a plant or starting from scratch, you can use Maifan stone as part of your base potting medium to provide good drainage.

Considerations:

• Not a Complete Soil: Maifan stone alone isn't enough as a growing medium. It should be mixed with other ingredients (like organic matter, perlite, or sand) to provide a more complete and balanced soil environment.
• Maintenance: Over time, the minerals in the Maifan stone can break down. You may need to refresh your soil mix or top up with more Maifan stone after a couple of years.

Conclusion:

Maifan stone is a fantastic addition to your soil mix for bonsais, cacti, and succulents, improving drainage, aeration, and root health. Just be sure to combine it with other materials that can provide the nutrients and support your plants need, and always monitor watering to prevent over-saturation of the soil.

More Information:

Maifan practically functions as a filter, making water all the more beneficial for your plant babies.

One interesting fact about maifan is that it has become a popular option for a system called aquaponics that involves a system of growing plants in water, used for the cultivation of aquatic organisms.

Also of significant consequence is that maifan can regulate PH two-ways, which regulate weak acid from(PH = 5) to weakly alkaline (PH = 11) adjusted to near neutral (PH value of 7.2-9.7), this is because the main chemical components of maifan is A12O3, and the Al element is a typical amphoteric element

 Hence, while maifan is a relatively new product in gardening, maifan balls will prove to be a worthy buy.  It works extremely well with bonsais, adeniums, cactus, succulents and large water-loving plants. It is an organic option denying the growth of organisms that can be detrimental to plants.