Cacti, as a popular choice for home green plants in recent years, are loved by many for their unique shapes and drought-resistant characteristics. Many flower enthusiasts hope to increase their own cacti collection by propagation. This article will introduce the methods for propagating small cacti, allowing you to easily propagate more adorable little cacti!
Methods for propagating small cacti1. Division propagation
Division propagation is the most common method for propagating small cacti. The specific steps are as follows:
(1) Select a healthy cactus and use a sharp blade to separate the mother cactus from the daughter cactus.
(2) Allow the separated daughter cactus to dry the wound, and after the wound heals, select a suitable soil for planting.
(3) Plant the daughter cactus in a well-ventilated, sunlit environment, keeping the soil moist, and usually, it can take root in 3-4 weeks.
2. Cutting propagation
Cutting propagation is also a method for propagating small cacti. The specific steps are as follows:
(1) Select a healthy cactus and use a sharp blade to cut off the daughter cactus.
(2) Allow the cut daughter cactus to dry the wound, and after the wound heals, select a suitable soil for cutting propagation.
(3) Plant the cut daughter cactus in a well-ventilated, sunlit environment, keeping the soil moist, and usually, it can take root in 3-4 weeks.
3. Seed propagation
Seed propagation is a less common method for propagating small cacti. The specific steps are as follows:
(1) Select mature cactus fruit and remove the seeds.
(2) Dry the seeds and select a suitable soil for sowing.
(3) Cover the sown soil with plastic wrap, keep the soil moist, and usually, it can germinate in 1-2 months.
Keywords related to the propagation of small cacti1. Cactus propagation: Refers to the method of artificially increasing the number of cacti.
2. Small cacti: Refers to the daughter cacti, i.e., the small cacti produced through propagation.
3. Division propagation: Refers to the method of separating the mother cactus from the daughter cactus and planting them separately.
4. Cutting propagation: Refers to the method of cutting off the daughter cactus and propagating it through cutting.
5. Seed propagation: Refers to the method of propagating cacti through sowing seeds.
6. Cactus seeds: Refers to the seeds in the mature fruit of the cactus.
7. Cactus fruit: Refers to the mature fruit of the cactus.
8. Cactus planting: Refers to the process of planting cacti in soil.
9. Cactus care: Refers to the daily management, watering, and fertilizing of cacti.
There are many methods for propagating small cacti, and choosing a method that suits you can easily result in more adorable little cacti. I hope this article can be helpful to all flower enthusiasts and wish you a pleasant experience in growing cacti!