How to propagate Begonia maculata by cuttings? A detailed guide to the latest method

Begonia maculata is a plant that blooms very abundantly. Many people often keep it at home for decoration, and growing Begonia maculata is fairly simple: with proper light, fertilizer and water, plus timely pruning, it can be maintained very well. If you want to grow a few more pots, how do you propagate it by cuttings? Let me tell you below.

1. Cutting time

There is no seasonal restriction for taking cuttings; generally they can be taken at any time of the four seasons, but cuttings taken from June to mid-July have a relatively higher survival rate. This is mainly because during this period the temperature is about 17-18 degrees, and the humidity is also kept relatively high. This is also the stage when Begonia maculata grows most vigorously, so the survival rate of cuttings will be greatly improved.

2. Cutting method

For the cutting, it is best to choose the best-developed tip of Begonia maculata, about 15 cm long. The stem should carry two top leaves and young shoots; remove the extra leaves and cut the stem diagonally at the bamboo-node part. After cutting, place the stem in a growing medium to root. For the soil, generally choose fresh, clean vermiculite, because it has the effect of inhibiting bacteria and also provides excellent moisture retention and drainage. If you do not have vermiculite, you can use relatively coarse river sand instead, but it must be sterilized by sun exposure before use. After cutting, be careful to avoid strong direct sunlight, and at the same time ensure the humidity of the growing environment, spraying water once at noon. Generally roots form in half a month; keep the temperature between 20-24 degrees. One month after rooting, it can be potted up. It can also be grown in water, but remember to change the water frequently, generally once every two days, and transplant it into soil after roots have formed.

3. Types of cuttings

Leaf cuttings can be taken in summer or autumn, or in winter if indoors, and for leaf cuttings choose fully developed leaves. Root-stem cuttings are suitable for Begonia maculata with relatively dense roots and stems; the cutting time can be spring or autumn, cutting 3-5 cm from the base of the plant and inserting it diagonally into the growing medium.

The above is an introduction to how to propagate Begonia maculata by cuttings. We hope it helps you. For more related knowledge, please stay tuned to us.