Choosing the right leaves to prepare propagation materials. Precautions for leaf cutting steps. Advantages of leaf cutting reproduction. Succulent plants have become very popular in the market in recent years due to their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. Do you know that in fact, succulent plants can be propagated by leaf cutting, and new plants can be cultivated with just one leaf. Let's introduce in detail how to cultivate succulent plants starting from the leaves. Select the right leaves Before carrying out leaf transplanting reproduction, you must first choose healthy leaves. It is best to choose leaves that grow vigorously and are free from pests and diseases. Depending on the type of succulent plants, you can choose leaves from different parts for reproduction, such as leaves, Leaf tip or leaf edge. Preparing propagation materials 1. Nutrient soil: Choose soil with good air permeability and good drainage, such as peat soil, perlite, etc.
2. Flower pot: Choose a flower pot of moderate size and a drain hole at the bottom.
3. Disinfectants: Use disinfectants such as carbendazim or potassium permanganate to disinfect soil and tools. Leaf insertion Step 1. Gently remove the leaves from the plant, taking care not to damage the wounds of the leaves.
2. Lay the leaves on the disinfected soil surface, maintaining a certain spacing to avoid the leaves squeezing each other.
3. Gently cover with a thin layer of soil, about 1-2 centimeters thick.
4. Place the flowerpot in a place with sufficient scattered light and good ventilation to keep the soil moist.
5. Over time, the bottom of the leaves will gradually take root and new plants will grow. Notes 1. Temperature: The suitable temperature for leaf cutting reproduction is between 20-30℃. Too high or too low will affect the reproduction effect.
2. Humidity: Keep the soil moist, but avoid standing water to avoid root rot.
3. Lighting: Avoid direct sunlight to avoid sunburn the leaves. You can choose an environment with sufficient scattered light.
4. Pest and pest control: Regularly inspect plants and treat pests and diseases found in a timely manner. Advantages of leaf cutting reproduction 1. Fast reproduction speed: leaf cutting reproduction is faster than traditional cutting reproduction, saving time.
2. High survival rate: The survival rate of leaf cutting reproduction is high and the success rate is high.
3. Diversification: Through leaf cutting and reproduction, more succulent plants with unique characteristics can be cultivated.
Cultivating succulent plants starting from a leaf can not only meet personal collection needs for green plants, but also allow us to feel fun during the maintenance process, master the skills of leaf insertion and reproduction, and easily create a personal green plant collection. Let us enjoy it together. The beauty and charm of succulent plants!