What are the latest propagation methods for lotus root?

Lotus root is a nutritious and delicious vegetable, and it is also deeply loved by everyone in the market. Eating lotus root regularly is of great benefit to the body, especially for women. Most regions in our country grow lotus root, which also shows that lotus root has extremely strong adaptability to the environment. So do you know how many propagation methods there are when growing lotus root? Today the editor brings you four of the most commonly used propagation methods at present, and you can briefly learn about them.

1. Whole lotus root propagation

Whole lotus root propagation is currently the most commonly used method in the lotus root growing process. The main reason is that whole lotus root has a fast propagation speed and also high yield, and of course it is also a traditional lotus root propagation method. When selecting whole lotus root seed rhizomes, we should all choose whole lotus roots that are thick and strong, free of pests and diseases, and with plump developing daughter lotus roots. Although using this propagation method can ensure both its yield and quality, there is one drawback: the amount of seed used is too large, which increases the cost of growing.

Lotus seed propagation is actually not commonly used in our lives. One of the most important reasons is that the lotus seed has a very hard shell and a low germination rate. If lotus seed propagation is to be used, seed treatment is needed. Generally, one end of the shell is first cracked open, and then it is placed in warm water to soak and promote germination. Only after successful germination can it be planted in the field. It also has another drawback: the growth cycle is very long, which has a great impact on the economic benefits of lotus root cultivation.

3. Daughter lotus root propagation

Daughter lotus root propagation is very similar to whole lotus root propagation, but it only uses the daughter lotus roots on the whole lotus root for planting, so a large amount of seed lotus root can be reduced. Daughter lotus roots also come in one-node, two-node, three-node, and multi-node forms, but no matter how many nodes the daughter lotus root has, we can cut it off for planting and propagation. However, if it is cut off and planted separately, its survival rate will decrease, so it is best to soak the seeds with naphthalene acetic acid and then carry out planting.

4. Terminal bud propagation

Terminal bud propagation is a new type of propagation method. It mainly uses the buds at the top of the main lotus root or daughter lotus root for planting, but when preparing the terminal buds, we must cut them off together with the basal node, otherwise the survival rate is extremely low. Secondly, it also requires great care when planting. First, it needs to be inserted into soft soil, and then covered with plastic film. Only after the root system appears from the growth of the basal node can it be transplanted into the field.

In fact, there are many other propagation methods for lotus root, such as lotus root head propagation, lotus root node propagation, and lotus whip cutting, etc. These methods can also be used to grow lotus root. However, because the survival rate of these methods is not high and the yield is also not ideal, very few people use them. The above is all the content the editor wants to share with you today. Those who are interested can carefully learn about it.