Hydroponic cultivation unit

Abstract

To provide a hydroponic cultivation unit capable of adjusting the cultivation interval between plants according to different growth stages of the plants. [Solution] The hydroponic cultivation unit includes a panel 1 having a predetermined shape, and the panel is provided with a cultivation box 2 for planting plants. A plurality of hydroponic cultivation units are joined together via the panel to form an integrated panel plane that blocks light. The joining and movement of the hydroponic cultivation units can be realized, and adjustment is very convenient.

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to accessories used in hydroponic cultivation, and in particular to a growing unit used to accommodate hydroponic plants. [Background technology]

[0002] Hydroponics is a new trend in indoor or urban agriculture that uses only water and a medium to grow plants. The concept of agriculture dates back centuries when hanging gardens were used to grow plants in Babylon. Eye-catching floating gardens can be seen in China and add another layer of beauty to its iconic architecture. While this system is considered to be the future of agriculture, hydroponics has several advantages and disadvantages. Hydroponic systems are an efficient way of growing crops in urban areas with extreme climatic conditions. Hydroponics has countless advantages over traditional agricultural systems. The technology reduces the use of chemicals, increases yields at nutrient levels, and is suitable for growing organic foods. According to a report by Research and Markets, vertical farming is expected to grow by $3 billion by 2024. From a business perspective, this is enough to bring the economics of hydroponics into the discussion.

[0003] Advantages of Hydroponics If you consider that all you need is a soil-free environment to adapt to hydroponics, it's natural to consider the many other advantages of hydroponics. Hydroponically grown plants usually grow faster and better under a mechanically controlled system. Here are some reasons why hydroponics is the future of agriculture:

[0004] Growing plants on land requires more water and soil nutrients that are wasted in traditional agricultural practices. Studies show that more than 70% of the world's freshwater is used for agriculture. In contrast, hydroponic systems are more water-efficient, as plants are grown in a climate-controlled environment using only the water they need, using 10 times less water than traditional agriculture.

[0005] Hydroponic agriculture minimizes the impact of droughts and water shortages because it is less dependent on climatic conditions in high-yield environments. Such farming systems are ideal for areas with extreme weather and increase crop yields. A more controllable system allows farmers to grow seasonal crops all year round to suit the needs of the population. Moreover, crops grown in hydroponic systems grow at 16 times higher density compared to vegetables grown in soil.

[0006] Hydroponic cultivation requires less space. Crops such as soybeans and corn take up most of the land space to grow and are harvested primarily for livestock and processed products. Hydroponic systems, on the other hand, focus on growing fruits and vegetables suitable for human consumption. Hydroponic plants grow in small spaces and do not require any land apart from the right temperature, light, and balanced water conditions. As predicted, hydroponic cultivation is possible in space.

[0007] One of the major advantages of hydroponics is pest control, as it does not rely on soil, so weeds do not grow around the crops. This reduces farmers' reliance on herbicides and chemical fertilizers, which provide the hydroponic plants with the right nutrients. The system is not friendly to insects and pests when operated under controlled conditions such as plant-specific temperature and humidity. Additionally, the lack of soil makes the environment more likely to deter unwanted invaders.

[0008] Chemical use is reduced Hydroponic systems do not necessarily rely on the use of fertilizers and chemicals to increase yields. Because hydroponics does not waste resources, it is able to provide most of the nutrients to the plants without using extra chemicals. Many believe that food grown in this system is as healthy as organic food. Farmers do not need to invest in chemicals, which is one of the most important advantages of the hydroponic system.

[0009] Hydroponic cultivation systems generally require the use of cultivation units to fix plants and place them in a hydroponic water supply system. While it is easier to plant seedlings, it is easier to ensure sufficient growth space for plants by adjusting the interval between cultivation units according to the growth status of the plants. Existing cultivation units usually adopt a circular cultivation basket design and often have no connection structure between the cultivation baskets, so they need to be installed and fixed on a cultivation panel with openings at a certain interval. Because the plants are in the seedling growth stage and are relatively small, the cultivation interval can be reduced to save the cultivation area. Nevertheless, in the design of the traditional cultivation basket or cultivation panel, it is difficult to prevent the light for growing plants from being irradiated to the bottom of the cultivation panel, which causes moss to grow and affects the development of the plant roots. And when the plants grow, the cultivation basket needs to be pulled out of the opening of the panel to adjust the interval between the plants, which is very inconvenient to use. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0010] Considering the above-mentioned shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides a new type of hydroponic cultivation unit, which can be joined together to form an integrated panel plane, and the cultivation interval between plants can be conveniently adjusted according to the growth conditions of the plants. [Means for solving the problem]

[0011] The present invention is realized by the following technical means:

[0012] The hydroponic cultivation unit includes a panel having a predetermined shape, the panel is provided with a cultivation box for planting plants, and a plurality of hydroponic cultivation units are joined together via the panel to form an integrated panel plane that blocks light.

[0013] The panels are parallelograms or regular hexagons, and opposing or adjacent sides of the panels are provided with a corresponding number of convex sides or steps for supporting the convex sides, so that the convex sides of one panel rest on the steps of the other panel to achieve a joint between adjacent panels.

[0014] Support legs are provided on the bottom surface of the panel, and the length of the support legs is longer than the depth of the cultivation box.

[0015] The walls of the cultivation box are provided with a number of hollow holes to facilitate the growth of plant roots. Effect of the Invention

[0016] The present invention has the following beneficial effects: When the plants are in the seedling growth stage, the hydroponic cultivation units can be joined together through the panels to form an integrated panel plane that blocks light, thereby increasing the cultivation density. The integrated panel plane can also prevent the cultivation light from entering the bottom of the panel, prevent the growth of moss, and ensure good development of the seedling roots. When the plants need enough growing space to grow, the hydroponic cultivation units can be moved relative to each other to ensure the appropriate spacing, and the overall adjustment is very convenient. There is no need to lift the whole plant like the existing cultivation basket, which can damage or break the roots, but the hydroponic cultivation units of the present invention only need to be moved, which will hardly damage the plant roots. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0017] The present invention will be further explained below with reference to the drawings.

[0018] [Figure 1] FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0019] Referring to FIG. 1, the hydroponic cultivation unit includes a panel 1 having a predetermined shape, and the panel 1 is provided with a cultivation box 2 for planting plants. A plurality of hydroponic cultivation units are joined together through the panel 1 to form an integrated panel plane that blocks light. When the plants are in the seedling growth stage, the hydroponic cultivation units are joined together through the panel 1 to form an integrated panel plane that blocks light, so that the cultivation density can be increased. In addition, the integrated panel plane can prevent the cultivation light from entering the bottom of the panel 1, prevent the growth of moss, and ensure good development of the seedling roots. When sufficient growth space is required for the growth of the plants, the hydroponic cultivation units can be moved relative to each other to ensure a suitable interval, and the overall adjustment is very convenient. There is no need to lift the entire plant as in the existing cultivation basket, which may damage or break the roots, but the hydroponic cultivation unit of the present invention only needs to be moved, and there is little damage to the roots of the plants.

[0020] In order to enable the panels of the hydroponic cultivation units to be joined to form an integrated panel plane, the panels 1 adopt a parallelogram or regular hexagon design. In order to facilitate the joining between adjacent panels 1, the opposite or adjacent sides of the panels 1 are provided with a corresponding number of convex edges 3 or steps 4 for placing the convex edges 3, respectively. By placing the convex edges 3 of one panel 1 on the steps 4 of the other panel 1 in the joining method, the joining between adjacent panels can be realized without the need for a fixed joining structure. This allows for quick and easy assembly and ensures proper and uniform spacing between the cultivation boxes 2. Even if the spacing between the hydroponic cultivation units needs to be adjusted in the future, it is very convenient to just move them without disassembly.

[0021] In order to facilitate the installation of the hydroponic cultivation unit in the aquarium and ensure that the roots of the plants maintain sufficient growing space with the bottom of the aquarium, a support leg 5 can be provided on the bottom of the panel 1. The length of the support leg 5 is longer than the depth of the cultivation box 2, and the specific length of the support leg 5 can be appropriately adjusted according to the growth requirements of the roots of different plants.

[0022] The walls of the cultivation box 2 are provided with a large number of hollow holes, which allow the roots of the plants to grow through the hollow holes and absorb nutrients and the like in the aquarium.

Claims

1. A hydroponic cultivation unit including a panel (1) having a predetermined shape, The hydroponic cultivation unit is characterized in that the panel (1) is provided with a cultivation box (2) for planting plants, and a plurality of hydroponic cultivation units are fitted together and joined to each other via the panel (1) to form an integrated panel plane that blocks light.

2. The hydroponic cultivation unit according to claim 1, characterized in that the panels (1) are parallelograms or regular hexagons, and that opposing or adjacent sides of the panels (1) are provided with a corresponding number of convex sides (3) or steps (4) for supporting the convex sides (3), and the convex sides (3) of one panel (1) are supported on the steps (4) of the other panel (1), thereby realizing a joint between adjacent panels.

3. 2. The hydroponic cultivation unit according to claim 1, wherein the bottom surface of the panel (1) is provided with support legs (5), the length of the support legs (5) being longer than the depth of the cultivation box (2).

4. 2. The hydroponic cultivation unit according to claim 1, characterized in that the wall of the cultivation box (2) is provided with a number of hollow holes to facilitate the growth of plant roots.

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