How to propagate Peony Chlorophytum
Abstract: This article introduces the knowledge of how to propagate Peony Chlorophytum and the timing and methods of cutting propagation. Corrections are welcome if there are any mistakes!
Peony Chlorophytum, also known as heart-shaped midday flower, is native to southern Africa and belongs to the Magnolia class, Aizoaceae plants. Due to its beautiful plant appearance and bright flower colors, it is often used for greening and decoration, in addition, Peony Chlorophytum also has edible value. The main propagation methods of Peony Chlorophytum are cutting and seed propagation. Next, let's introduce the cutting method.
1. Timing
Choose to do it on rainy days in summer and autumn, avoiding direct sunlight.
2. Cutting Selection
Select branches that are vigorous, strong, and free from diseases, cut the middle and upper parts of the stem as cuttings, shorten them to 12 centimeters, the upper cut should be 1 centimeter above the bud, and the lower cut should be 3 millimeters below the bud.
3. Cutting Treatment
After cutting the cuttings, let them dry first, then dip them in rooting powder before inserting them into the soil.
4. Soil Selection
Choose a loose-textured, well-drained humus soil. Garden soil, humus soil, and perlite can be mixed in a suitable proportion to serve as a substrate.
5. Cutting Process
Insert the cuttings obliquely in the seedbed or into nutrient bags. Make sure to insert half to two-thirds of their length, with a density of 3-4 centimeters. After inserting, compact the soil and water thoroughly, and wait for about 20 days for them to root.
That is all for how to propagate Peony Chlorophytum and the specific content of the timing and methods of cutting propagation, for everyone's reference and operation.