Abstract: Tianqi spider is a common and popular indoor leaf-viewing plant. Its elegant leaves and unique spider form make it a favorite breeding choice for many people. Cutting is a common method to reproduce Tianqi spider. This article will comprehensively introduce the cutting skills and methods of Tianqi spider, and help...
Tianqi spider is a common and popular indoor leaf-viewing plant. Its elegant leaves and unique spider form make it a favorite breeding choice for many people. Cuttage is a common method to reproduce Tianqi spider. This article will comprehensively introduce the cuttage skills and methods of Tianqi spider to help readers better reproduce this beautiful plant.
Learn about the growth habits and needs of Tianqi spider plants. Tianqi spider plants are native to South Africa. It likes bright environments, but it should avoid direct exposure to strong sunlight. At the same time, it has low temperature requirements and a wide range of applications, but it must avoid too low or too high temperatures. Understanding the growth habits and needs of Tianqi spider is the first step to successful cuttage.
Select appropriate cutting tools and containers It is very important to prepare appropriate cutting tools and containers before cutting Tianqi spider. Commonly used cuttage tools include sharp knives, scissors, scissors, etc. As for containers, you can choose flowerpots or potted plants that are breathable and suitable for planting.
Select a healthy mother plant for cuttage Before cuttage Tianqi spider, you need to select a healthy mother plant. The mother plant should have a long stem and multiple lateral branches, and the leaves should be emerald green and have no obvious diseases or pests.
Cut the cutting branches of Tianqi spider and choose the appropriate time, and use disinfected scissors or scissors to cut the cutting branches of Tianqi spider. Cutting branches are generally selected to have a length between 10-15 cm, and ensure that each cutting branch has at least one leaf node when cutting.
After processing and cutting the cutting branches, place them in clean water and wash them to remove dust and impurities on the leaves. Next, use clean sharp scissors to trim off the bottom of the skewer cuttings 1-2 centimeters to stimulate their rooting ability.
Select the appropriate cutting medium. You can choose a variety of cutting media, including peat soil, perlite, vermiculite, etc. Ensure that the cutting medium has good air permeability and water retention to promote the rooting and growth of the cutting branches.
Planting and management of cuttings Insert the processed cuttings into the cutting medium to ensure that the leaf nodes of the cuttings are buried in the soil and gently compacted. Next, place the cuttage pot in a bright place, avoid direct sunlight, maintain appropriate humidity, and regularly spray water to keep the environment moist.
Create a suitable growth environment After cutting Tianqi spider, a suitable growth environment is needed to promote its rooting and growth. Maintaining room temperature between 20-25 degrees Celsius, providing appropriate sunlight and good ventilation conditions can effectively promote the healthy growth of plants.
Avoid over-watering and fertilization Over-watering and over-fertilization is one of the common reasons for failure of Tianqi spider cutting. Pay attention to the rhythm of watering, maintain appropriate humidity, and avoid stagnant water. In the early stage of cuttage, no fertilizer is needed, and appropriate fertilizer is applied after the plants grow and thrive.
Prevent and control pests and diseases regularly inspect the cutting branches and leaves of Tianqi spider plants to detect and deal with pests and diseases in a timely manner. Common pests and diseases include aphids, red spiders, etc. You can choose appropriate pesticides or manually remove them.
Pay attention to the rooting status of the cuttings. After about 2-3 weeks, you can start observing the rooting status of the cuttings. Gently push aside the cuttage medium and if new root growth can be seen, it means that the cuttage was successful. If there is no root, you can re-insert the cuttings or take other measures to promote rooting.
Transplanting cutting seedlings When the root system growth of Tianqi spider cutting seedlings is relatively stable, transplanting can be carried out. Move the cuttings into pots of the appropriate size and fill them with appropriate soil.
Careful daily maintenance Once the cuttage seedlings are transplanted, careful daily maintenance needs to be continued. Pay attention to regular watering, fertilizing, pruning and removing withered leaves. Maintaining good maintenance can allow Tianqi spider plants to thrive.
Pay attention to the growth status of Tianqi spider plant. Continue to pay attention to the growth status of Tianqi spider plant for a few months after cuttage. Adjust conditions such as light, temperature and humidity in a timely manner to meet the needs of plants.
Through the guidance of this article, I believe that everyone will have a deeper understanding of the cuttage skills and methods of Tianqi spider. Unlike other reproduction methods, cuttage is a relatively simple reproduction method with a high success rate. I hope that readers can successfully grow their favorite Tianqi spider through these skills and gain pleasure and satisfaction during the breeding process.