How to Propagate the Succulent Snow Lotus? A Detailed Introduction to Common Methods

Succulents are already a type of plant we often see in our daily lives. Their family is huge, their colors are diverse, and they are very easy to keep alive, so they are loved by many people. In streets and alleys, or in flower and bird markets, we can always see these little cuties. What we are going to talk about today is the snow lotus in the large succulent family, to learn about the propagation methods of the snow lotus.

1. Propagation Methods of the Snow Lotus

The succulent snow lotus is a succulent plant of the Crassulaceae family and the Echeveria genus. Its leaves are very unusual and are much loved by people, but the snow lotus is not cheap; generally, a 6-7 cm snow lotus sells for 130 yuan on Taobao. There are three common snow lotus propagation methods, namely division propagation, leaf cutting propagation and seed sowing propagation. Here we will introduce them one by one.

1. Division Propagation

Division propagation is generally carried out in combination with repotting. The method is to remove the small offsets growing beside the old plant. Those with roots can be potted directly, while those without roots should be left to dry for a few days before potting, and they will generally also survive.

2. Leaf Cutting Propagation

Leaf cutting propagation is carried out during the growing season. Take plump, full leaves, let them dry for 3-5 days until the wounds are dry, then insert them obliquely or lay them flat on loam soil so that their base is in close contact with the soil. After spraying with water, place them in a semi-shaded spot for care, keeping the soil half-dry. Before long, the base will take root and produce young buds. Only when the small buds have grown somewhat larger can they be moved to a pot.

3. Seed Sowing Propagation

Snow lotus sowing can be done in spring and autumn. It is best to sow the seeds as soon as they mature, as soon as they are collected, so as to avoid affecting the germination rate due to too long a storage time. Young seedlings must be managed carefully to prevent rot caused by stuffiness and humidity.

The above are several methods for propagating the succulent snow lotus. Friends who grow the succulent snow lotus can try propagating it. Once you are familiar with it, you can grow several more pots and no longer need to spend money buying them.