How to propagate a money tree through cutting to ensure its survival
An article on a bit of practical knowledge, introducing how to propagate a money tree through cutting and the fastest method for the rooting of this green plant, which is related to the money tree. Let's learn about it together.
Hello everyone, I'm Plant Bug, who loves greening and gardening. The money tree sounds auspicious just by its name, but of course, planting one doesn't mean you can stop working. It's about adding a bit of luck. Today, a netizen asked whether a money tree can survive if directly planted in a flowerpot.
Key point: The money tree, as we call it, is actually the Pachira aquatica, belonging to the Araceae family of herbaceous plants, with underground tubers. It is a very auspicious indoor potted plant that symbolizes wealth and fortune. Having a money tree at home or in a small shop signifies the bringing of wealth. The money tree can be propagated through cuttings, usually by leaf cuttings, which can be done in water or soil. For soil propagation, you can simply plant it in a pot. Whether in soil or water, overall, it works, depending on your preference.
After propagating a money tree through cuttings, rooting is related to temperature. In high temperatures, it can take about a month to root and transplant. In winter, if temperature and humidity are not well controlled, rooting may be slower. It's similar to propagating succulents, where transplanting is also crucial. The young money tree seedlings grow slowly, and careful maintenance is required for them to take shape this year. Of course, if produced in a greenhouse with some hormonal treatments, the process will be faster.
To increase the survival rate of propagated money trees, these tricks are essential. Four tricks for propagating money trees:
Tip 1, Substrate for money tree cuttings
The substrate for money tree cuttings can be made of cool boiled water and river sand. I recommend using materials with good drainage, like river sand and vermiculite. We tend to use vermiculite and river sand for propagating any green plants or flowers, as river sand is easily obtainable and can be reused. After sunning, it can be used directly, with excellent water retention and drainage.
How to propagate a money tree to ensure its survival
Tip 2, Care after propagation
After propagating a money tree, care is essential. When using river sand, a large temperature difference is beneficial for rooting. Therefore, keep the river sand moist after propagation and maintain a higher temperature. Inserting the cutting to a depth of more than half the leaf is beneficial for moisture retention. In winter, due to low temperatures and strong winds, it's easy for the plant to dehydrate. It's best to use plastic wrap to cover and maintain humidity. In other seasons, it's easier. To ensure a high survival rate, you can soak the cuttings in rooting hormone.
Tip 3, Focus on basic care
Do not fertilize before the money tree has rooted; this is very important. Basic sand is good for wound healing and stimulates rooting. Fertilizing can cause wound infection and change the leaf osmotic pressure, leading to rapid dehydration and wilting of the leaves, making it difficult to form roots. Therefore, after propagation with river sand, focus on basic care, and only fertilize after the roots turn from white to brown.
Tip 4, Harden off before transplanting
When using river sand to propagate money trees, we can clearly see the rooting situation. Many people transplant immediately after they see roots, but this often results in a low survival rate. It is recommended to wait until the roots have changed color before transplanting. Also, it's advisable to harden off the seedlings before transplanting, which simply means letting them dry out a few times before transplanting.
The above is a detailed explanation of how to propagate a money tree to ensure its survival and the fastest method for the rooting of money trees, for your reference and suggestions only!