The Propagation Methods and Precautions of Kalanchoe
This article introduces the knowledge of Kalanchoe propagation methods and precautions. Let's find out more.
Kalanchoe is a succulent plant in the Crassulaceae family. Don't be fooled by its large, thin leaves; it is also a type of succulent plant.
Kalanchoe has the strong drought resistance characteristic of succulents, but it is easier to care for than most succulents, blooms easily, and has a long blooming period, with up to one to two hundred days of flowering throughout the year. Below is a detailed explanation of Kalanchoe propagation.
Stem Cutting Propagation
Kalanchoe needs regular pruning to shape a rounder and fuller plant. Therefore, the pruned branches, whether long or short, can be used for propagation, and they root very quickly with a rapid growth rate. Stem cutting propagation can be divided into two methods: hydroponics and soil culture.
① Hydroponics
Hydroponics, as the name suggests, involves directly using water to grow roots on the cuttings before transferring them to soil culture. This method is more intuitive and roots faster. However, the缺点 is that the roots developed through hydroponics are relatively fragile and prone to breakage during the transfer to soil culture, leading to possible transplant failure. It is better to directly plant Kalanchoe cuttings in soil for propagation.
② Soil Culture
Kalanchoe cuttings can be directly planted in the soil. You can use old soil that has been used for growing flowers before and has been sterilized and disinfected, or you can use vermiculite, perlite, nutrient soil, etc. for propagation.
Keep the growing medium slightly moist during propagation, but be sure not to let it accumulate water, as this can easily cause stem rot.
If the room temperature is between 20-25 degrees Celsius, Kalanchoe will quickly grow new roots. Generally, visible white roots can be seen after a week, and the root system will be basically full after two weeks.
If you want to transplant at this point, you can proceed with transplantation. If not, sprinkle a few slow-release fertilizers on the soil surface and gradually move the plant to a sunny location.
Leaf Propagation
Leaf propagation, as the name implies, involves using a leaf of Kalanchoe for propagation, first growing roots, then sprouting, and finally developing into an independent plant. Most succulent plants can be propagated using leaves, and Kalanchoe is also a type of succulent.
However, its leaves are not as thick as those of other succulents. The downside of leaf propagation is that the process is too lengthy, with slow root growth, slow sprouting, and slow growth after sprouting. Therefore, leaf propagation is not commonly used for Kalanchoe.
【Summary】
Kalanchoe is a common flower, and its propagation methods mainly include cutting propagation, which can be divided into stem cutting and leaf cutting.
Stem cutting can be further divided into two methods: soil culture and hydroponics. Hydroponics involves directly using water to grow roots on the cuttings before transferring them to soil culture. This method is more intuitive and roots faster. Soil culture involves directly planting the cuttings in the soil.
In addition, leaf propagation involves using a leaf of Kalanchoe to propagate, first growing roots, then sprouting, and then slowly developing into an independent plant.
The above provides a comprehensive introduction to the propagation methods and precautions of Kalanchoe, hoping to bring some relevant knowledge to netizens.