What are the methods for propagating a money tree through cuttings?
Answering netizens' questions about the propagation methods for a money tree through cuttings, as well as listing two plant breeding tips for propagating a money tree, here is a comprehensive introduction.
The money tree, also known as snow iron arrowhead or golden coin tree, is a perennial evergreen herbaceous plant of the Araceae family. Its leaves have a very unique shape, resembling strings of copper coins hanging on the branches, symbolizing a continuous flow of wealth and prosperity, and is loved by flower enthusiasts. The money tree has a strong vitality and is very easy to propagate. Today, I will introduce two cutting methods to turn one pot of money tree into ten!
1. Leaf Cutting Method
The money tree has a strong ability to propagate, even a single leaf can grow roots when placed in a suitable environment. Similar to propagating succulents, we can use the leaves of the money tree to propagate new seedlings.
First, cut the leaves of the money tree, making sure to include the petiole. Then prepare some peat soil and perlite, mix them in a 2:1 ratio to create the cutting soil. Be sure not to add any fertilizer to the soil, as it will severely hinder root growth.
Prepare several small pots with a diameter of about 8 centimeters. Fill the pots with the cutting soil to 8/10 full, then water them to make the soil sufficiently moist. Insert the cut leaves diagonally into the soil, with the depth being about 1/2 to 1/3 of the leaf.
Place the pots with the inserted leaves in a well-ventilated area with diffused light, avoiding direct sunlight, and maintain a temperature of 20-25 degrees Celsius. Use a spray bottle to water the leaves 2-3 times a day. Keep the soil slightly moist, and water promptly when the surface of the soil in the pot dries out.
What are the methods for propagating a money tree through cuttings?
About one week later, the bottom of the leaves will grow white roots, and after about 30 days, the root system of the leaves will be relatively developed. At this point, you can apply a little thin fertilizer and gradually increase the light, moving it to a sunny position, and then continue normal maintenance.
2. Stem Cutting Method
As the money tree grows larger, it will produce many branches. Some branches may grow in a disorderly manner, which we can trim and propagate into new seedlings.
First, prepare a pot and some cutting soil, with the soil mixture being the same as the leaf cutting method, using a 2:1 ratio of peat soil and perlite, and no fertilizer should be added. Then prepare a pair of scissors and disinfect them by heating them on fire. Cut the stem of the money tree from the bottom, trying to keep the cut surface flat.
Cut the long stem of the money tree into 12-15 centimeters lengths, removing some leaves from the bottom of each branch to ensure they are not buried in the soil. After trimming, place the branches in a shady, well-ventilated area for 6-8 hours to allow the wounds to dry.