How to propagate the laughing flower through cutting
A comprehensive introduction to the propagation of the laughing flower through cutting and related information about the methods and timing of cutting green plants and flowers, some very useful tips, it is recommended to collect it!
The laughing flower is an evergreen shrub, mainly cultivated in the southern part of Guangdong, China. The fragrance of the laughing flower is strong, and many flower enthusiasts grow potted laughing flowers indoors. They are usually placed by the windowsill in the bedroom or in the living room. This plant looks beautiful and also has medicinal value, such as beauty and health care. To grow the laughing flower, one needs to understand how it propagates. Let's talk about the propagation methods of the laughing flower.
I. Propagation by Cutting
Most laughing flower cuttings are done in spring and summer, with spring cuttings typically occurring in late March.
Spring cutting method: Choose branches from the past two years, with a length of about 12 centimeters. Remove the lower leaves of the branch and apply a rooting hormone before inserting it into the seedbed. After cutting, provide appropriate shading and keep the soil moist.
Summer cutting method: Choose current year's semi-woody branches, about 8 centimeters in length. The cutting method is the same as that in spring. The cutting substrate should be disinfected in advance.
II. Grafting Propagation
Grafting propagation is usually done in spring and autumn. Spring grafting should be done between March and April, while autumn grafting should be done between September and October.
The rootstock is usually magnolia, and the grafting method often used is the cut-grafting method. First, choose a high-quality one-year-old branch from the upper middle part of the mother plant, about two nodes long, and remove the leaves. Then, make an appropriate cut according to the cut-grafting method, cover the cut with a layer of straw, and expose the top of the cutting. Do not water too much. After four weeks, the scion will recover and new buds will grow. At this time, remove the straw and also remove the buds from the rootstock.
III. Seed Propagation
From late February to early March, you can sow the laughing flower seeds, which can be sown immediately after collection or after sand storage.
When sowing, directly plant the seeds in the flower pot. After sowing, cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil, about 2 to 3 centimeters thick, and then place the potted laughing flower in a semi-shaded environment. After a month, the laughing flower seedlings will emerge. After a period of care, the plants can be transplanted in the spring of the following year.
IV. Layering Propagation
Layering propagation is not time-limited, but April is the best time with the highest survival rate. For home cultivation of potted laughing flowers, 2 to 3 plants are sufficient.
Choose strong two-year-old branches, with a length of 15 to 20 centimeters, and select a good position for soil生根. Then make a ring-shaped stripping, about 0.8 centimeters wide, reaching the xylem. Then put on a plastic bag, tie the bottom securely, and fill the bag with moss and growing soil, leaving a hole at the top for watering and ventilation.
During the care stage, maintain a certain humidity and water the bag appropriately. After two months, the roots can grow, and once the roots are well-developed, they can be transplanted to a pot. After potting, place the potted laughing flower in a semi-shaded area for two weeks without fertilizing, and gradually increase sunlight exposure later on.
The above content on how to propagate the laughing flower through cutting and the methods and timing of cutting provides a full explanation. It is hoped that this will be helpful to green plant enthusiasts!