How to propagate Schefflera arboricola through cuttings
A comprehensive explanation of how to propagate Schefflera arboricola through cuttings and some small green plant maintenance tips related to Schefflera arboricola cutting methods, the specific contents are as follows:
Schefflera arboricola, also known as Brassaia actinophylla, is called the wealth tree in our Weifang. When I first started growing flowers, I always called it the wealth tree, but later I learned that it's called Schefflera arboricola. In fact, this plant is considered one of the easiest to grow.
Propagating Schefflera arboricola through cuttings is also very simple, but many people still can't handle it well, and the cuttings don't survive because we need to prune Schefflera arboricola frequently. The purpose of pruning is to promote the growth of lateral branches and achieve lush foliage. There are two types of branches to choose from for pruning cuttings, both can survive. One type is the tender tip, and the other is the aged lignified branches.
The tender tip should never be planted in the soil, as it easily wilts and dies if planted in the soil because the stem is very tender, and the survival rate is very low when planted in the soil. You can try it yourself. How should the tender branches be cut? Water propagation is the most reliable method, with non-lignified branches planted in water, maintaining clean water, and adding a little rooting hormone. If all goes well, many roots will grow in about 20 days. If you plant them in the soil, the leaves will wilt, and if the humidity is not controlled, they can easily dry out, or rot if watered too much.
For the old branches, you can simply plant them directly in the soil. When planting, don't retain too many leaves, just one is enough. Cut a diagonal cut at the bottom of the branch and preferably soak it in a rooting hormone. Plant it in loose and well-draining soil, and the roots should grow in about 30 days if all goes well.
How to propagate Schefflera arboricola through cuttings
One thing to remember when propagating is not to expose it to direct sunlight. Place it in a scattered or bright light environment. When using soil propagation, keep the area well-ventilated, and spray the leaves with a fine mist in the morning and evening to increase air humidity and allow the leaves to absorb moisture, which can achieve a survival rate of almost 100%. However, some friends' branches don't grow after planting, they neither grow roots nor wilt. What is the reason for this?
Because after we prune the Schefflera arboricola branches and plant them in the soil, they first need to heal the wounds at the bottom. After the bottom wounds heal, they slowly swell, feeling like small bumps growing at the bottom. Only after the bumps are fully grown will they start to take root. In general, it takes about 30 days to root, but some may take up to two months. If you haven't rooted yet, just wait, because as long as the branches don't wilt and the leaves don't wilt, they will quickly grow roots. When conditions are suitable and the temperature is right, don't lack water, and the roots will grow naturally.
No matter which plant you propagate, don't frequently pull it out to check during the propagation process. Even if a little root grows, pulling it out will inevitably break the root, which will delay the root growth. Frequent pulling out to observe the plant is a serious mistake. As long as the leaves don't wilt and remain vigorous, roots will grow quickly. After the roots grow, they will grow rapidly in the potting soil. Usually, when you see obvious new buds, the roots have basically grown full, and there is no problem.
Propagating the wealth tree is very simple. Use water for the tender branches and soil for the old branches. When using soil, maintain air humidity and good ventilation, water when the soil surface is dry, and don't frequently pull it out to check for root growth. As long as the leaves don't wilt, just wait for it to root. It's very simple. Always remember these points, and if you propagate Schefflera arboricola, one will survive if you plant one, the roots will fill the pot, and the later growth will be very fast.
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