Succulent plants, with their unique shapes and easy-care characteristics, are deeply loved by plant enthusiasts. During the care process, we often encounter the situation of cutting the top of a succulent, and sometimes we find that the stem turns red after cutting. This phenomenon is both magical and intriguing. What exactly happens when the stem of a succulent turns red after cutting? This article will unveil this mystery for you.
Reasons for the Stalk of a Succulent Turning Red After CuttingThe stalk of a succulent turning red after cutting is actually a mechanism of self-protection by the plant. When a succulent plant is injured, in order to prevent the invasion of pathogens, the cells in the plant's body will rapidly secrete a substance called "suberin." This substance can plug the wound, preventing the loss of water and nutrients, and suberin appears red within the plant, causing the stem to turn red after cutting.
How to Handle a Succulent After Cutting1. Maintain ventilation: The succulent plant needs to maintain a good ventilation environment after cutting, which is beneficial for wound healing.
2. Avoid direct sunlight: The cut succulent plant is sensitive to sunlight and should be protected from direct sunlight to prevent stem withering.
3. Pay attention to watering: Reduce the watering frequency for the cut succulent plant, keeping the soil slightly moist.
4. Observe growth: During the wound healing period, pay attention to the growth condition of the succulent plant, and address any abnormalities promptly.
The Impact of the Stalk Turning Red on the Plant After Cutting a SucculentThe stalk of a succulent turning red after cutting does not cause serious harm to the plant. On the contrary, it is a normal physiological phenomenon. As long as proper care is maintained, the cut succulent plant can still grow healthily.
Propagation Methods After Cutting a SucculentThe stem of a cut succulent plant can be used to propagate new plants. The specific methods are as follows:
1. Insert the cut stem into the soil and keep the soil moist.
2. After a period of time, the bottom of the stem will root and new buds will grow.
3. Once the new buds grow to a certain height, they can be separated and planted.
The redness of the stem after cutting a succulent is a wonderful phenomenon of self-protection by plants. Understanding this phenomenon helps us better care for succulent plants. When cutting the top of a succulent, pay attention to the above care points, and believe that your succulent plant will grow healthily and bloom beautiful flowers.References:
"Succulent Plant Care Manual"
"Plant Physiology"
"Horticultural Techniques"