How to propagate Euphorbia milii to ensure its survival
For most people, understanding how to propagate Euphorbia milii and the illustrated guide to its propagation is floral knowledge worth exploring together.
Euphorbia milii, also known as Crown of Thorns, is native to Africa. It belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family and is widely grown in temperate regions. Its flowers are beautifully shaped with vibrant colors, making it highly ornamental. In addition, the entire plant can be used for medicinal purposes, applied externally to treat fractures and ulcers. The main method of propagation for Euphorbia milii is cuttage, and the following is an introduction to the cuttage method for Euphorbia milii.
1. Timing
Cuttage can be performed during the plant's growing season, but the highest survival rate is in May and June. Avoid cuttage during the summer and winter.
2. Stem Selection
Select healthy, robust stems free from disease and pests, cut to 6-10 cm in length, leaving 3-4 nodes on the stem. Clean them and place them in a well-ventilated area to dry the sap that oozes from the cut end. You can apply some wood ash to the cut end. Be careful not to get the sap on your hands.
3. Substrate Selection
Choose a loose, fertile soil rich in nutrients with good ventilation and drainage as the cuttage substrate. River sand, peat soil, and other materials can be used, or a mixture of different soils such as vermiculite and perlite can be blended in proportions. You can also purchase specialized potting soil. Before cuttage, the soil should be dried in the sun to disinfect it.
4. Cuttage Process
Dip the prepared stems in a rooting hormone and then insert them into the prepared soil. After cuttage, water the soil thoroughly and place the potted plant in a shaded, well-ventilated area to allow it to acclimate. It will usually root in about a month and can be transplanted after rooting.
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