Anthurium is a beautiful foliage plant with vibrant red leaves, making it a favorite among gardening enthusiasts. If you want to expand the scale of your anthurium cultivation, cuttings are a very effective method. This article will detail the methods and precautions for anthurium cuttings from aspects such as material selection, preparation, cutting, and management to help you successfully propagate anthuriums.
Select healthy anthurium stems
When selecting cuttings, choose healthy, undamaged stems that are 10-15 cm long and 0.5-1 cm in diameter. Pay attention to any signs of pests or diseases on the stems during selection.
Clean the cutting knife and flowerpot
Cleaning the cutting knife and flowerpot can effectively prevent the invasion of pests and diseases such as bacteria and fungi. You can use a mixture of hot water and an appropriate amount of disinfectant for cleaning.
Prepare the cutting medium
The cutting medium for anthuriums can be leaf mold, perlite, peat, etc. It is important that the medium is loose, breathable, and maintains a certain level of moisture.
Remove leaves and buds from the bottom of the stem
Before cutting, all leaves and buds from the bottom of the stem need to be removed. This will help the cut stem to sprout and grow more effectively.
Soak in rooting powder
Before cutting, soak the bottom of the stem in rooting powder for about 2-3 minutes, then remove it and place it in the cutting medium. This can increase the success rate of the cutting.
Insert into the cutting medium
Insert the stem soaked in rooting powder into the prepared cutting medium, filling the medium as much as possible while keeping the stem upright.
Place in a cool, ventilated area
The anthurium after cutting needs to be placed in a cool, ventilated area, avoiding direct sunlight, while also paying attention to maintaining the moisture of the medium.
Maintain a suitable temperature
Anthuriums prefer higher temperatures. The cuttings need to be kept at a temperature of around 20°C. You can use a incubator or a temperature controller to regulate the room temperature.
Pay attention to light
The anthurium after cutting needs an appropriate amount of light, but should not be exposed to direct sunlight, as this can easily cause the stem to dehydrate or even die. You can place the anthurium under a shade net.
Water in a timely manner
The anthurium after cutting needs an appropriate amount of water to maintain growth, but overwatering should be avoided to prevent root diseases. Generally, watering once a day to keep the medium moist is sufficient.
Fertilize regularly
The anthurium after cutting needs appropriate fertilizer to promote sprouting and growth, but excessive fertilization should be avoided. It is recommended to apply liquid fertilizer every 1-2 weeks.
Pay attention to pest and disease control
Anthuriums after cutting are susceptible to pests and diseases, with common ones being powdery mildew and aphids. Pesticides and fungicides can be used to control pests and diseases.
Pay attention to timely transplanting
After anthurium cuttings, it generally takes 3-4 months for them to root and sprout. When the stem sprouts and grows new leaves, you can consider transplanting it.
Pay attention to post-transplant care
The transplanted anthurium requires proper management of light, water, and fertilizer to ensure its healthy growth. At the same time, attention should also be paid to pest and disease control.
Anthurium propagation is a task that requires care and patience, but as long as you pay attention to the methods and precautions, you can successfully propagate anthuriums. We hope this article can provide some help to gardening enthusiasts.