Method of Propagation for Epipremnum aureum
Introduction: This article provides an introduction to the knowledge of propagating Epipremnum aureum, including its propagation methods. Next, the editor will introduce to you.
There are usually various methods of propagating Epipremnum aureum. We will mainly look at a few common propagation methods below:
Propagation by cutting. Stem cuttings and leaf cuttings can be used for propagation. In spring and autumn, cut two-node stem sections 15-30 cm long as cuttings, remove the leaves from the first 1-2 nodes, smooth the cut ends, and insert them into the coarse sand to root.
Leaf cutting method, use a clean and sharp knife to cut the healthy upper leaves, wash them with clean water and place them in a shaded place for a few hours to let the cut ends dry slightly. Then insert the base of the petiole into clean water, place it in a shaded area after insertion, and change the water every 3-5 days. It usually takes about one month to root.
Using sandy soil as the cutting medium is easier to root. Before cutting, disinfect the sandy soil and keep the soil and air moist. In an environment with a temperature above 25℃ and semi-shade, it will root and sprout in about 3 weeks, becoming a new plant. Layering propagation is also possible. This can be done in a sand pot by pressing the creeping stems of the Epipremnum aureum into the soil or sand. When the aerial roots enter the soil, they can root. When new leaves grow, they can be cut and transplanted.
Potted plants should choose a loose, breathable, and well-draining soil. It can be mainly composed of decomposed leaf soil, mixed with 2-3 parts of garden soil, or a mixture of peat soil and perlite. Epipremnum aureum is robust and can be potted indoors all year round, placed in a bright area, and can be displayed for a long time. If kept in the dark for a long time, its leaves will become smaller, the internodes will become longer, and its ornamental value will be affected. It can also be moved to a semi-shaded outdoor area after the weather warms up in spring and moved back indoors at the end of autumn. Indoors, it should be placed in a bright area with little direct sunlight. In rooms with low light, the leaves will grow small and the internodes long, usually needing to be moved to a brighter place to recover the planting every 2-4 weeks. It prefers a humid and warm environment and needs to be watered frequently on the leaves and the ground, keeping the potting soil moist.
In summer, it needs to spend time in a semi-shaded environment. In winter, the room temperature should not be lower than 15℃, otherwise the growth will be poor. In the north, the climate is relatively dry in spring and winter. In addition to keeping the potting soil moist, it is necessary to spray water on the leaves and wipe off the dust. To maintain vigorous plant growth, a complete fertilizer should be applied every 3-4 months. During the growing season, a compound fertilizer should be applied every 2 weeks. Every May to June, Epipremnum aureum should be pruned and renewed to promote the sprouting of new branches from the base of the stem.
Epipremnum aureum prefers a humid and warm environment, with the optimal growth temperature between 20℃ and 30℃, and can adapt to temperatures above 65℃. However, these conditions are not available in the north during autumn and winter. Therefore, the maintenance in autumn and winter has become a vital part of the growth cycle of Epipremnum aureum. Creating a comfortable growing environment for it in winter, similar to that of summer, can keep the plant lush.
The above content about the propagation methods of Epipremnum aureum is provided for green plant enthusiasts as a reference and is hoped to solve your problems in green plant and flower management.