How to propagate a swallow palm cutting
Comprehensive analysis of how to propagate a swallow palm cutting and techniques for its propagation in the field of flowers. Next, the editor will introduce it to everyone.
The swallow palm is also known as the coin palm, with very beautiful leaf shapes that are round or elliptical, relatively flat, and have a good sheen on the leaf surface. The color is usually green or dark green; in addition, the intensity of light exposure can affect the color of the leaves. If it grows in a well-lit area, the edges of the leaves will be slightly red. The potted swallow palm has a dainty shape, and its elegant and striking appearance is suitable for placement on the coffee table in the living room or near windows and desks.
I. Cultivation of Swallow Palm
Swallow palm is generally cultivated using the cutting method, which can be divided into hydroponics and soil cultivation. The advantage of hydroponics over soil cultivation is that it has a faster propagation speed, more roots, and a higher success rate for the plants. Here, only the cultivation process of soil cultivation is introduced.
The cutting work is best done in early spring and early autumn each year. On a well-growing swallow palm plant, select strong branches to cut, with a length of 10-12 centimeters being suitable. The branches cannot be immediately planted; they need to wait for the wounds to heal before doing so, so the branches should be placed in a shaded area for one to two days. When planting, the length of the branch submerged in the soil should not be too much, usually one-third to half of the total length is enough, and the branches can take root in about two or three weeks.
II. Maintenance of Swallow Palm
1. Soil requirements
To ensure that the swallow palm grows well, it is best to choose high-quality soil as its growing medium. Generally, the potting soil is a mixture of about one-third humus soil, one-third garden soil, and one-third river sand and sandy soil, with an appropriate amount of base fertilizer placed at the bottom of the pot to ensure the fertility of the soil. The choice of container should have good drainage, and it is best for the pot bottom to have a certain number of small holes to effectively avoid积水 that could affect the plant's growth.
2. Light requirements
Light is especially important for the swallow palm, especially in its seedling stage. It is best to ensure that it receives more than eight hours of light every day, but with moderate scattered light. Therefore, in the summer, special attention should be paid to whether the plant will have problems due to excessive light intensity, such as yellowing leaves and stretching branches. In autumn, spring, and winter, it is suitable to grow under full light, and the growth of branches and leaves will be more luxuriant, with a明显的 brightness in leaf color and a fuller shape.
3. Watering requirements
Since the swallow palm grows significantly faster under suitable conditions, watering should not be excessive to make the plant more upright and graceful. Under normal circumstances, it is better to keep the potting soil dry rather than overwater. In spring and summer, which are the seasons when the swallow palm grows rapidly, watering can be slightly increased, with watering every few days, making sure to thoroughly saturate the soil each time. On the other hand, if there is continuous rain, the potted plant should be placed in a well-ventilated area for growth, and drainage should be prepared, otherwise, the plant's growth and ornamental value will be affected by the accumulation of water in the pot.
4. Fertilization requirements
The swallow palm has low nutrient requirements. Generally speaking, during summer and winter, the plant can almost do without fertilization, as most of its nutrients can be obtained from the soil, as the plant is mostly dormant due to temperature; in spring and autumn, a small amount of fertilization can be applied, about once a month to two months.
The above-sharing on how to propagate a swallow palm cutting and the specific techniques for its propagation is hoped to bring some floral knowledge to green plant enthusiasts.