What is the best month to propagate a money tree?
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Sometimes, when growing plants at home, some plant enthusiasts may be superstitious. They like to grow some auspicious plants that are beneficial to feng shui. The money tree is one of them. Another name for the money tree is the wealth tree. The origin of the money tree is in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central America. It belongs to the Bombacaceae family, and is an evergreen tree of the genus Ceiba.
Its foreign name is 'malan', American potato马拉8, or Central American cotton. It was introduced to our country in the 1960s. Now it is widely distributed in provinces such as Guangdong, Fujian, Hainan, and Yunnan. After this brief introduction, those who have not planted a money tree can go to the market to buy a nice one to place at home for a more festive atmosphere. Are there friends who have planted one but don't know how to propagate it? If you want to know the trick to ensure that every cutting takes root, please read on to see how the editor answers the following two questions.
What time is suitable for propagating a money tree?
The best time for propagation is in the spring, around April to May when the climate is warmer. Because at this time, the temperature is warm and the climate is relatively humid, which is very suitable for the growth of its branches. With a stronger growth momentum, the survival rate of propagation is naturally higher.
Propagating a money tree usually involves keeping it indoors. Besides the best time in spring, it can also be done in spring, summer, and autumn. The threshold for propagation is relatively low because there are almost no requirements or restrictions on time. Also, although in the cold winter, the low temperature may slow down the growth rate and thus reduce the propagation rate, if kept in a warm indoor environment, the success rate can be improved.
What is the best month to propagate a money tree?
What precautions should be taken when propagating a money tree?
The precautions for propagation should be noted in three stages: before, during, and after propagation.
(1) First, before propagation, the beginning is the most important. So, in the initial preparation stage, enthusiasts should carefully select healthy, disease-free branches as candidates for propagation to ensure a good result. Also, pay attention to the choice of medium, do not choose a medium with poor permeability and heavy stickiness, these media can be mixed with breathable materials, which is conducive to the growth and propagation of the cutting branches.
(2) Next, during propagation, pay attention to the depth. Do not insert the branches too shallowly, otherwise, the foundation will not be good, the branches will lean, and there is a risk of propagation failure. Of course, do not insert them too deep either. Give it a try and you'll know, it's up to the enthusiasts to judge for themselves.