How to propagate a money tree through cutting
A small tip for life: introducing how to propagate a money tree through cutting and useful root promotion techniques, let's dive into the details together.
Many people keep money trees at home, usually purchasing them from flower markets or online, then nurturing them. However, money trees can also be propagated through cutting. The thick-trunked money trees we buy are generally grown from seeds, and over time they develop a robust main stem. Propagating them yourself can result in slower trunk thickening, but the growth will still be very good, making them suitable as a decorative houseplant. If you want to try propagating, I'll share the method with you. It's quite simple, and I've tried it many times with a high survival rate. Let's discuss it in detail.
Firstly, when propagating a money tree, ensure the temperature is appropriate. I've experimented in different seasons, and summer is the best time. We need to monitor the temperature, ensuring it's above 20 degrees Celsius for a high survival rate. Never propagate in temperatures below 20 degrees. Next is the selection of branches. Money trees don't have very thick branches; they usually have green branches, so we can choose newly grown sprouts, about 20 cm in length, or cut the top 20 cm of the branches. Since money trees grow tall and rarely develop side branches, we need to prune them regularly, and the top sprouts can be saved.
After cutting the branches, remove the lower leaves, retaining only two to three small leaves at the top. Keeping too many leaves can lead to rapid nutrient consumption without root development, potentially causing the plant to wilt. After pruning, cut a diagonal at the bottom of the branch. If you have rooting hormone and carbendazim, add them to the water and soak the bottom of the branch for about 20 minutes. After soaking, you can proceed with the propagation. The container for propagation doesn't need to be too large; a small pot is recommended, using well-draining nutrient-rich soil.
Once propagated, there's no need to repot or transplant for a short period since the nutrient-rich soil provides nourishment. Alternatively, you can use perlite and vermiculite for propagation, maintaining moisture. Insert the branch into the nutrient-rich soil, water it thoroughly with a solution of rooting hormone and carbendazim, and place it in a location with light. Make sure it gets light, at least a couple of hours of morning or afternoon sunlight, avoiding direct midday sun. When the soil surface dries out, water thoroughly. Within the first week, it's best to mist the plant with a spray bottle two to three times a day to prevent wilting.
How to propagate a money tree through cutting
This method will allow the money tree to root in 20 to 30 days. Once the roots grow, new sprouts will appear at the junction of the leaves and stem. If the cutting has a top sprout, it will continue to grow. When the sprout reaches a certain height, transplant it into a new pot, fertilize normally, and ensure it gets plenty of light, and it will grow rapidly.
This is the method for propagating a money tree. Isn't it very simple? The key is to ensure the temperature is right; the higher the temperature, the faster the growth, even in the hot summer. Additionally, using a small container, keeping the soil moist, and ensuring some light exposure are crucial. Once these are in place, ensure good ventilation, and you'll successfully propagate a plant every time.
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