How to propagate Aloe Vera
This article summarizes the explanation of how to propagate Aloe Vera and understanding the propagation methods of green plants and flowers, with the following details:
Most families raise Aloe Vera, some in large quantities, and some in small amounts. Families with fewer plants might consider buying more from the flower market, but it's actually unnecessary. Aloe Vera can be propagated, which not only enriches one's hands-on ability but also saves money. So, how does Aloe Vera propagate? Let's introduce the methods of propagating Aloe Vera.
【Methods of Propagating Aloe Vera】
<1. Division Propagation Method>
First, you need to break off the base of the stem from the mother plant, or peel off the small plants that grow from the roots and then plant them in the soil. Another method is to use a knife to separate the seedlings from the mother plant without pulling them out, allowing them to grow in their original position for half a month to form their own roots, and then they can be transplanted directly with soil.
<2. Vegetative Propagation>
Vegetative propagation involves separating the short branches that grow from the root area and near the surface of the potting soil and planting them, either by transplanting or by stripping them in place and waiting for them to root before moving. Vegetative propagation can be carried out throughout the growing season of Aloe Vera, with spring and autumn being the most suitable due to the temperature conditions. Propagation at this time allows the young Aloe Vera plants to recover quickly and have a high survival rate.
<3. Cutting Propagation>
First, cut off the healthy leaves of the Aloe Vera, disinfect them, and let them dry for a few days, then insert them into new potting soil once the wound has dried. Be careful not to insert them too deep. After cutting, they need to be shaded, and once the roots have grown sufficiently, they can be exposed to the sun.
How to propagate Aloe Vera
The temperature of the cutting environment should be maintained between 25 and 28 degrees Celsius. To speed up root growth, the soil temperature should be 2 degrees higher than the air temperature. Long-term temperatures below 18 degrees can greatly affect root growth. It's also important to keep the soil from getting too wet, with the air humidity between 80 and 90.
<4. Cutting Propagation>
Cutting propagation involves using main stem branches, usually with 4-6 leaves and 6-10 centimeters tall. The cuttings should not be planted immediately after cutting, as the cut area can rot. After cutting, wait for 3-5 days until the cut area has fully dried before planting. The size of the cuttings is related to root growth, with cuttings of 6-10 centimeters having a shorter rooting time, higher survival rate, and easier management.
<5. Single Bud Cutting Propagation>
Use a permeable pottery pot as a container, with construction sand or fine sand soil that has been exposed to the sun for 7-10 days as the substrate. After drying, line the pot holes with broken porcelain pieces, fill the cutting substrate to 1/3-1/2 of the pot height, level and press down, place the cuttings on the substrate, continue filling the substrate until it reaches the level of the top cut, and press down the cuttings to make the leaves stand upright, as new roots first appear at the stem nodes, which should be below the soil surface.
The environment should be brightly lit but not directly exposed to sunlight, protected from rain, and after 3-5 days, water thoroughly. After the water has drained, fill in any sunken areas with substrate, straighten up any toppled seedlings, and water whenever the soil surface is dry. Once the new seedlings are 6-8 centimeters tall, they can be transplanted out of the pot.
<Conclusion>
The above-mentioned content on how to propagate Aloe Vera and understanding the propagation methods of Aloe Vera can be referenced by green plant enthusiasts.