Why won't cuttings survive? It's because the wrong variety was chosen.
Many gardening enthusiasts have experienced the frustration of failed cuttings: carefully selected branches fail to root, and carefully prepared substrates lead to rot instead. In fact, 80% of cutting failure cases are due to improper variety selection. This article selects 4 star plants that can "root on the ground" to increase the success rate of cuttings by more than 3 times.
Plant Cutting Selection Criteria
Strong Root Regeneration
Easy-to-root varieties usually have well-developed parenchyma tissue, such as the aerial roots of Epipremnum aureum and the creeping stems of Chlorophytum comosum, which are rich in auxins that can quickly differentiate into new roots.
Strong Environmental Adaptability
Shade and drought tolerance can reduce the difficulty of care. The succulent stems and leaves of Aloe vera can store ample water, and the bulb of Hippeastrum contains its own nutrient reserve, both of which are beginner-friendly choices.
4 Star Plants for Cuttings
Epipremnum aureum | Amphibious Model
The well-developed aerial roots of Epipremnum aureum are a textbook case for cuttings: 1. Cut branches with 3-4 aerial root nodes 2. Change water every 3 days and add 5ml of nutrient solution during hydroponics 3. Use a mixture of perlite and peat soil (1:3) for soil culture. Experimental data show that under 25℃ conditions, hydroponic Epipremnum aureum can sprout new roots in 7 days.
Aloe vera | expert in lateral bud propagation
The suckers at the base of the mother plant are most suitable for cutting: • Choose mature lateral buds 8-10cm long • Let the cut end dry to form callus (about 24 hours) • Use sandy soil to ensure drainage. Pay attention to control the watering frequency, as 30% humidity of the substrate is most conducive to root development.
Chlorophytum comosum | champion in stolon propagation
Why won't cuttings survive? It's because the wrong variety was chosen.
The creeping stem comes with a complete root system: √ Cut young plants with aerial roots √ Plant shallowly, with a depth not exceeding 2cm √ Maintain a 60% shading rate to promote slow seedling. Tests have shown that the survival rate of stolon transplantation with roots can reach up to 98%.
Hippeastrum | representative of bulb propagation
Key points for bulb propagation: → Separate bulbs with a diameter >3cm → Soak in carbendazim for disinfection → Plant at a depth twice the height of the bulb. The nutrients stored in the bulb can maintain 60 days of growth without topdressing.
Mastering the biological characteristics of these 4 types of plants can unlock a new level of cutting. It is recommended for beginners to start with hydroponic Epipremnum aureum to build confidence, and then gradually challenge bulb propagation. Regularly observe the healing of the cut ends and adjust temperature and humidity, and you will witness the miracle of life within 30 days.