A plant blanket for preventing and treating soil erosion in citrus orchards

By using a simple plant blanket structure in citrus forests, combined with threaded rods and movable plates to adjust the position of the fixed posts, the problem of soil erosion in citrus forests has been solved, achieving rapid and low-cost vegetation restoration and stable cover.

CN224482318UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-14YUNNAN UNIV

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
YUNNAN UNIV
Filing Date
2025-08-15
Publication Date
2026-07-14

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Technical Problem

Existing technologies for addressing soil erosion in citrus orchards suffer from long recovery cycles, high costs, and short lifespans. Furthermore, the fixing devices cannot be adjusted when encountering obstacles, affecting the fixing effect.

Method used

The plant blanket structure consists of a net layer, a plant fiber layer, a sponge layer, and a lower net layer. It is bonded and sewn together with a starch-based adhesive to form the blanket body. The position of the fixing posts is adjusted using threaded rods and movable plates to increase the ease of installation and stability.

Benefits of technology

It achieves rapid soil and water conservation with simple structure and low cost, and can form dense ground cover in a short period of time, enhance the stability of the carpet, prevent slippage, and promote rapid vegetation reconstruction.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to citrus planting technical field, and disclose a kind of plants blanket of preventing and treating citrus forest soil erosion, including blanket body and the U-shaped plate installed in the edge of blanket body by stud, U-shaped plate side edge is connected with link plate, and the inside thread of link plate top end is installed with peg column, and two groups of sliding slots are oppositely provided in side edge interior, and link plate side edge is connected with fixer, and fixer includes sleeve fixedly installed in link plate side edge middle end and the load-bearing plate installed in link plate top end side edge, threaded rod is rotatably installed in the sleeve interior, and moving plate is screw mounted on the outer circumferential surface of threaded rod, and two groups of fixed column are oppositely screw mounted in the interior of moving plate side, the plant blanket simple structure, low in cost, easy to use, can efficiently and quickly prevent and treat soil erosion, increase the convenience and stability of installation simultaneously, and can be adjusted according to installation point Fixed point, avoid the problem of sliding in installation process.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of citrus planting technology, specifically a plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of my country's citrus industry, the planting area and scale of citrus have gradually expanded. However, in the process of citrus cultivation, due to the blind pursuit of economic benefits and concerns about pests and diseases, the problem of soil erosion in citrus orchards has been neglected. Operators use herbicides or manual weeding, removing all shrubs and grasses under the trees. This extensive planting and management model exposes the soil under the citrus trees, leading to severe soil erosion, gully erosion, exposed tree roots, and even slope collapse. Without appropriate soil and water conservation and ecological protection measures, ecological security will be seriously endangered, hindering the sustainable development of the citrus industry.

[0003] In response to the problem of soil erosion in citrus orchards, many scholars have proposed a number of ecological management measures. Currently, commonly used measures include slope terracing, planting hedges, intercropping, and planting grass. However, these methods have long restoration cycles, high costs, and low plant germination rates. With the erosion caused by rainfall, soil erosion still occurs, and the protective effect is short-lived, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive.

[0004] A search revealed that Chinese Patent Publication No. CN220755737U provides a plant fiber blanket that has good water storage uniformity and is not easy to slip off the slope. However, the plant fiber blanket of this device is fixed by an integrated molding fixed angle limiting nail. The mechanical structure lacks dynamic adjustment capability, which makes it impossible to adjust the nail position when encountering obstacles such as stones, thus affecting the fixing effect of the plant fiber blanket. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests. It features a simple structure, low cost, ease of use, and efficient and rapid prevention of soil erosion. It also increases the convenience and stability of installation and allows for adjustment of the fixing points according to the installation location, avoiding slippage during installation. This solves the aforementioned technical problems.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests, comprising a blanket body and a U-shaped plate installed on the edge of the blanket body by double-headed bolts, wherein the blanket body comprises a net layer, a plant fiber layer, a plant layer, a sponge layer and a lower net layer;

[0009] The U-shaped plate is connected to a connecting plate on its side. A nail post is installed through the internal thread at the top of the connecting plate, and two sets of sliding grooves are opened through the inside of the side. A retainer is connected to the side of the connecting plate.

[0010] The fixture includes a sleeve fixedly installed at the middle of the side of the connecting plate and a bearing plate installed at the top side of the connecting plate. A threaded rod is rotatably installed inside the sleeve, and a movable plate is threadedly installed on the outer circumferential surface of the threaded rod. Two sets of fixing posts are threadedly installed on one side of the movable plate.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the net layer, plant fiber layer, plant layer, sponge layer and lower net layer are stacked in sequence, each layer is bonded together with starch-based adhesive, and the blanket is formed by sewing with cotton thread.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the materials of the upper and lower mesh layers are starch-based nonwoven fabrics.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the plant fiber layer material is composed of one or more of wheat straw fiber, corn straw fiber, and hemp fiber.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the plant layer is composed of a mixture of plant seeds, a water-retaining agent, a plant growth promoter, and a slow-release fertilizer. The plant seeds include one or more of Imperata cylindrica, ryegrass, and Agrostis pilosa.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the sponge layer has a water-absorbing porous slow-release structure.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the connecting plate is provided in multiple sets, and each set of connecting plates has a fixing device installed on both sides.

[0017] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, one end of the outer circumferential surface of the threaded rod is rotatably connected to the inner bottom end of one side of the bearing plate.

[0018] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the other side of the movable plate is slidably connected to the inside of the groove.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] 1. This utility model first cuts the net layer, sponge layer, and lower net layer to the required size. Then, it evenly sprinkles mixed plant seeds, water-retaining agent, and plant growth promoter on top of the sponge layer to form a plant fiber layer. Next, it evenly sprinkles slow-release fertilizer on the surface of the plant seeds and water-retaining agent. The plant fiber layer is placed on top of the plant fiber layer, and then stacked in sequence. A starch-based adhesive (corn starch or potato starch) is applied around the net layer, sponge layer, and lower net layer to bond each layer together. The layers are then sewn together with cotton thread to form a blanket. The structure is simple and low-cost, enabling efficient ecological restoration and rapid vegetation reconstruction. It forms a dense ground cover in a short period, effectively inhibiting soil erosion.

[0021] 2. This utility model uses nails to initially fix the blanket after it is made, and then nails the fixing posts into the ground to reinforce the blanket. During the reinforcement process, the threaded rod can be rotated according to the fixing point, which drives the movable plate installed on the threaded outer circumference of the threaded rod to move with the threaded rod. The position of the movable plate can be adjusted so that the fixed post can be adjusted according to the actual use, which facilitates fixation. Multiple sets of nails and adjustable fixing posts can increase the stability of the blanket and prevent the blanket from slipping. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a front view schematic diagram of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 Enlarged diagram of A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 1 A disassembly diagram of part A;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the internal structure of the blanket in this utility model.

[0027] The components are: 1. Blanket body; 2. U-shaped board; 4. Connecting board; 5. Nail post; 6. Slide groove; 7. Fixing device; 11. Net layer; 12. Plant fiber layer; 13. Plant layer; 14. Sponge layer; 15. Lower net layer; 71. Sleeve; 72. Bearing plate; 73. Threaded rod; 74. Moving plate; 75. Fixing post. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "head," "tail," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] Please see Figure 1-5 A plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests includes a blanket body 1 and a U-shaped plate 2 installed on the edge of the blanket body 1 by double-headed bolts. The blanket body 1 includes a net layer 11, a plant fiber layer 12, a plant layer 13, a sponge layer 14, and a lower net layer 15.

[0032] The side of the U-shaped plate 2 is connected to the connecting plate 4. The internal thread of the top of the connecting plate 4 is threaded through and nail post 5 is installed. Two sets of sliding grooves 6 are opened through the side of the connecting plate 4. The side of the connecting plate 4 is connected to the fixing device 7.

[0033] The fastener 7 includes a sleeve 71 fixedly installed at the middle of the side of the connecting plate 4 and a bearing plate 72 installed at the top side of the connecting plate 4. A threaded rod 73 is rotatably installed inside the sleeve 71. A movable plate 74 is threadedly installed on the outer circumference of the threaded rod 73. Two sets of fixing posts 75 are threadedly installed on one side of the movable plate 74.

[0034] Furthermore, firstly, the net layer 11, sponge layer 14, and lower net layer 15 are cut to the required size. The mixed plant seeds, water-retaining agent, and plant growth promoter are evenly sprinkled on top of the sponge layer 14 to form a plant fiber layer 12. Then, slow-release fertilizer is evenly sprinkled on the surface of the plant seeds and water-retaining agent. The plant fiber layer 12 is placed on top of the lower net layer 15, and then stacked in sequence. A starch-based adhesive is applied around the net layer 11, sponge layer 14, and lower net layer 15. The starch-based adhesive can be cornstarch or potato starch. This adhesive is used to bond each layer together. The blanket body 1 is formed by sewing and fixing with cotton thread. The structure is simple and the cost is low. The water-retaining agent is a high molecular polymer of sodium polyacrylate, such as cross-linked sodium polyacrylate. The plant growth promoter is an inorganic nutrient, such as potassium dihydrogen phosphate. The slow-release fertilizer is a slightly soluble potassium sulfate compound fertilizer. The cross-linked sodium polyacrylate water-retaining agent, potassium dihydrogen phosphate plant growth promoter, and slightly soluble potassium sulfate compound fertilizer slow-release fertilizer are directly adopted from the publicly available technology of cross-linked sodium polyacrylate water-retaining agent and potassium dihydrogen phosphate plant growth promoter that can be directly purchased on the market. Since this is a known technology, it will not be described in detail here.

[0035] Furthermore, the top layer 11 serves as a top protective barrier, effectively resisting the impact of rainwater erosion, wind erosion, and construction trampling on the seeds and the blanket 1 inside. At the same time, the fiber gaps of the starch-based nonwoven fabric allow for moderate light and air permeability, creating a stable microenvironment for seed germination. The bottom layer 15 can evenly distribute the load pressure of the upper layer and enhance the overall deformation resistance, effectively intercepting soil erosion, promoting capillary water absorption and moisture retention, and guiding the directional growth of plant roots.

[0036] Furthermore, the plant fiber layer 12 can lock in water and provide protection, and is breathable. It can effectively protect the plant seed layer and supply the water and air needed for growth. The plant can grow through the plant fiber protective layer. The water-retaining agent provides water for plant growth during the dry season when water is scarce. The water-retaining agent and plant growth promoter that have penetrated through the sponge layer 14 are intercepted, so that the water-retaining agent and plant growth promoter that have penetrated through the sponge layer 14 remain in the sponge layer 14 and reduce loss.

[0037] Furthermore, after the carpet body 1 is completed, it is placed on the citrus grove slope. The carpet body 1 is initially fixed by nailing the nail post 5 into the ground. Then, the fixing post 75 is nailed into the ground to reinforce the carpet body 1. During the reinforcement process, since there are rocks or other hard objects in the citrus grove ground that can affect the nailing of the bottom of the fixing post 75, the threaded rod 73 can be rotated. The movable plate 74, which is threaded on the outer circumference of the threaded rod 73, moves with the threaded rod 73. The position of the movable plate 74 is adjusted so that the movable plate 74 can drive the fixing post 75 to adjust its position according to the actual use, thereby facilitating fixation. Multiple sets of fixing devices 7 can increase the stability of multiple edges of the carpet body 1 and prevent the carpet body 1 from slipping. At the same time, during the movement of the movable plate 74, the other end slides synchronously inside the sliding groove 6, maintaining the stability of the movement of the movable plate 74.

[0038] In use, the carpet body 1 is first made using the net layer 11, plant fiber layer 12, plant layer 13, sponge layer 14, and lower net layer 15. The carpet body 1 is then placed on the citrus grove slope. The carpet body 1 is initially fixed by nailing the nail post 5 into the ground. Then, the fixing post 75 is nailed into the ground to reinforce the carpet body 1. During the reinforcement process, since there are stones or other hard objects in the citrus grove ground that can affect the nailing of the bottom of the fixing post 75, the threaded rod 73 can be rotated. The movable plate 74, which is threaded on the outer circumference of the threaded rod 73, moves with the threaded rod 73. The position of the movable plate 74 is adjusted so that the movable plate 74 can drive the fixing post 75 to adjust its position according to the actual use, thus facilitating fixation. Multiple sets of fixing devices 7 can increase the stability of multiple edges of the carpet body 1 and prevent the carpet body 1 from slipping. At the same time, during the movement of the movable plate 74, the other end slides synchronously inside the sliding groove 6, maintaining the stability of the movement of the movable plate 74.

[0039] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests, comprising a blanket body (1) and a U-shaped plate (2) installed on the edge of the blanket body (1) by double-headed bolts, characterized in that: The blanket (1) includes a net layer (11), a plant fiber layer (12), a plant layer (13), a sponge layer (14), and a lower net layer (15). The U-shaped plate (2) is connected to a connecting plate (4) on its side. The connecting plate (4) has a nail post (5) installed through the internal thread at the top of its top, and two sets of sliding grooves (6) are opened through the side. The connecting plate (4) is connected to a fixing device (7). The fixture (7) includes a sleeve (71) fixedly installed at the middle of the side of the connecting plate (4) and a bearing plate (72) installed at the top side of the connecting plate (4). A threaded rod (73) is rotatably installed inside the sleeve (71). A movable plate (74) is threadedly installed on the outer circumferential surface of the threaded rod (73). Two sets of fixing posts (75) are threadedly installed on one side of the movable plate (74).

2. The plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests according to claim 1, characterized in that: The net layer (11), plant fiber layer (12), plant layer (13), sponge layer (14) and lower net layer (15) are stacked in sequence, and then each layer is glued together with starch-based adhesive and fixed by cotton thread to form a blanket (1).

3. The plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests according to claim 2, characterized in that: The materials of the upper mesh layer (11) and the lower mesh layer (15) are starch-based nonwoven fabrics.

4. The plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sponge layer (14) has a water-absorbing porous slow-release structure.

5. The plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting plate (4) is provided in multiple sets, and each set of connecting plate (4) has a fixing device (7) installed on both sides opposite to each other.

6. The plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests according to claim 5, characterized in that: One end of the outer circumference of the threaded rod (73) is rotatably connected to the bottom end of one side of the bearing plate (72).

7. A plant blanket for preventing soil erosion in citrus forests according to claim 5, characterized in that: The other side of the movable plate (74) is slidably connected to the inside of the groove (6).