What are the common propagation methods for pothos?
Pothos is generally propagated by cuttings. Pothos is not difficult to cultivate, and its propagation is not difficult either, so ordinary gardening enthusiasts can propagate it at home themselves. Pothos cutting propagation includes two types: stem cuttings and leaf cuttings.
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Methods for stem cuttings and leaf cuttings: In spring and autumn, cut 15-30 cm long two-node stem sections as cuttings, remove the leaves from the basal 1-2 nodes, trim the cut end flat, and insert into plain sand to root. For the leaf cutting method, use a clean sharp small blade to cut off a healthy upper leaf, rinse it clean with water, and place it in a cool place for several hours so the cut end dries slightly; then insert the base of the leaf stalk into clean water and place it in a shaded spot after inserting. Generally, change the water once every 3-5 days, and roots will form in about 1 month. Using sandy soil as the cutting medium makes rooting easier. Before cutting, disinfect the sandy soil well and always keep the soil and air moist. At a temperature above 25°C and in a semi-shaded environment, it will root and sprout in about 3 weeks, becoming a new plant.
Pothos can also be propagated by layering. This can be done in a sand pot: press the creeping stems of the pothos in the pot onto soil or sand, and after the aerial roots enter the soil they can take root; once new leaves grow, they can be cut off and planted separately.
Three common propagation methods for pothos
There are many propagation methods for pothos; the following 3 are commonly used.(1) Cutting method: In spring and autumn, cut about 15 cm long branches as cuttings, remove the leaves from the basal 1-2 nodes, and insert them into a pot filled with potting soil, inserting 3-5 per pot. After inserting, place in a semi-shaded spot, always keep the potting soil and air moist, and under a temperature of 25°C they will root and sprout in about 3 weeks, growing into new plants. You can also press their creeping stems onto moist sandy soil; after the aerial roots enter the soil they can grow, and once new leaves have grown they can be cut into sections and planted separately.
Pothos is generally propagated by cuttings, because its stem nodes have aerial roots, so cuttings root very easily. The cutting time is from April to August. When cutting, cut a 15 cm to 20 cm long section of stem vine as a cutting, remove the lower leaves, leaving only 1 to 2 leaves at the tip, insert it obliquely into a sand bed, then water thoroughly, keep it moist, and afterward frequently spray water on the leaves of the cutting; roots can form in about ten-plus days. Pothos can also be propagated by water rooting of terminal buds: cut a tender, strong 20 cm to 30 cm long section of stem vine and insert it directly into a bottle filled with clean water, changing the water once every 2 to 3 days; in more than 10 days it can root and survive.
(2) Leaf cutting method: When the temperature stays above 20°C, choose a healthy leaf from the upper part of a pothos branch, cut it off from the base of the leaf stalk with a sharp, clean thin blade, then rinse it clean with water, place it in a cool place for several hours, and after the cut end dries slightly insert the base of the leaf stalk into clean water, with an insertion depth of 1.5 cm as appropriate. If the insertion depth in water is too shallow, the leaf will wilt if the water evaporates and is not replenished in time; if inserted too deep, the leaf stalk is prone to rot. After inserting, place in a shaded spot, generally change the water once every 3-5 days, and roots will form in about 1 month. This method does not damage the shape of the mother plant and is relatively simple to perform, so it is a good propagation method.
(3) Water cutting method: Cut strong stem vines each with more than 3 nodes, remove the lower leaves, insert their bases into clean water, change the water 1-2 times a week, and after about 2 weeks new roots will sprout; after another 1-2 weeks they can be transplanted into pots. This method is simple and suitable for small-scale home propagation.
Three common propagation methods for pothos and precautions for growing pothos
Pothos is a common indoor plant. It can not only purify the air but also beautify the environment. Growing pothos is very simple, and its propagation methods are also simple. Pothos is often seen at home and in offices. Today let us learn about three propagation methods for pothos and precautions for growing it.
Pothos propagation methods
Pothos propagation method one: layering propagation
Layering propagation is the propagation method with the highest success rate among pothos propagation methods. This method is also very simple: just press the creeping stems of the pothos into the soil, and after aerial roots grow, they can be cut off and divided.
Pothos propagation method two: cutting propagation
Cutting propagation is the simplest propagation method among pothos propagation methods. Select thick, strong stems and leaves, cut a "cross" at the bottom with a knife, then insert into plain gauze and spray water every day.
Pothos propagation method three: water cutting propagation
Water cutting propagation is a relatively commonly used propagation method among pothos propagation methods. Select thick, strong stems and leaves, cut them slightly long, cut a "cross" at the bottom with a knife, insert into water, change the water once every 3 days, and in about 10 to 15 days they can survive.
Precautions for growing pothos
Precautions for hydroponic pothos
1. Change the water frequently. For hydroponic pothos, frequent water changes are very necessary, generally once every two to three days. The reason is that pothos has extremely high requirements for water quality, and adding nutrient solution is also necessary to make the pothos glow with vitality.
2. Suitable temperature. The temperature for pothos to safely overwinter is above 10°C. At a room temperature above 20°C, pothos can grow normally. Too large a temperature difference will affect the growth of pothos. At the same time, be careful not to let the leaves get close to heating equipment.
3. Choice of water quality. Use clean tap water or purified water to grow pothos; the choice of water quality is correct because it contains a large amount of minerals.
Precautions for soil-cultured pothos