How to propagate pennywort (Hydrocotyle vulgaris)? The best time to propagate is in warm weather.

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Pennywort is a plant that can be grown for many years, and it grows fairly quickly, so once it has grown for 2-3 years, it can be propagated. When it comes to propagation, the process is quite simple, so how do you propagate pennywort? Here I will introduce three common propagation methods for pennywort.

How to propagate pennywort

Based on the propagation experience of gardening enthusiasts, the more common propagation methods for pennywort currently include: cutting propagation, division propagation, and seed propagation. Among these, division propagation is the simplest, cutting propagation roots the fastest, and seed propagation has higher temperature control requirements, so the choice varies from person to person.

Propagation methods for pennywort

I. Seed propagation

1. Time

Seed propagation is generally carried out from March to May, and autumn sowing can also be done in November. For autumn sowing, the seeds can be sown immediately after pennywort flowers and sets seed, while for spring sowing, good-quality mature seeds need to be selected.

2. Method

Method 1: Put the seeds into a transparent container, such as a water glass, then pour water into the container so that the water just covers the seeds. Then pay attention to temperature control; if the temperature is low, cover with plastic wrap and place in a cool spot for care. During this process, change the water once every 2-3 days. Generally, they will sprout after 1 week.

Method 2: Soak the seeds in warm water for half an hour, then evenly scatter them on a sand bed. Cover the seeds with 2-3 mm of soil, then spray water appropriately, generally spraying 1-2 times a day, keeping the sand bed moist and providing enough light. They generally sprout in 3-4 days, and once true leaves grow, they can be transplanted.

II. Cutting propagation

1. Time. The best time for cuttings is April to May. In southern regions, September to October can also be chosen. As long as the temperature is moderate, cuttings can be taken, but winter and summer are not suitable for cuttings.

2. Method. When using cuttings, how do you propagate pennywort? Select stems from healthy plants, cut the stems into 5-8 cm long cuttings, and each cutting should retain 3-5 nodes. Remove the leaves at the lower part of the cutting and keep 3-5 leaves at the upper part, then insert it into soil or water. Be careful to keep the soil moist, with the temperature at 25 degrees; they generally root after 10-15 days.

III. Division propagation

1. Time. Division propagation is usually done together with repotting, from March to April, before pennywort produces a large amount of new shoots. Try to avoid the plum rain season, otherwise humidity and temperature will have an adverse effect on survival after propagation.

2. Method. Division is the simplest of the pennywort propagation methods. Take the formed plant out of the flower pot, use scissors to cut off the white roots at the base, generally 3-4 cm long, then plant them in a substrate and fix them well, placing them in a ventilated spot for care. Once new leaves grow, move them into sunlight for care. From division to the growth of new leaves generally takes about 1 week.

How to propagate pennywort? The most complete pennywort propagation methods

Pennywort is a common indoor green plant. Not only does it have a nice name, it also carries very good symbolism. Keep a pot indoors, and no matter where you place it, it will bring a refreshing feeling to your home. Gardening enthusiasts who grow pennywort surely all want one pot to become two, and the more the better. So next, let me introduce the propagation methods for pennywort:

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I. Cutting propagation of pennywort

Cutting propagation is the most commonly used propagation method for pennywort.

1. Cut off a stem of pennywort, choosing a length of about 3-5 nodes, and remove the lower leaves.

2. Insert the pennywort into soil, and place a dish filled with water under the flower pot. It can also be inserted directly into water.

Ensure appropriate light, and spray water frequently to keep it moist. It can root in about ten days to half a month.

II. Division propagation of pennywort

1. Select healthy, mature pennywort with large leaves.

2. Use scissors to cut off the white roots of the selected plant, about 3.4 cm long.

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3. Fix it in place with loose special cultivation soil or another substrate.

After transplanting, place it in a cool spot. After about a week, once new leaves grow, gradually move it to a sunny place. Whether it is cutting propagation or division propagation, it is best to do it in warm weather.

III. Seed propagation of pennywort

For home cultivation of pennywort, seed propagation is generally not chosen. However, after going through the difficulties, seeing the tiny pennywort seeds gradually sprout and root is one of the joys of growing flowers.

After the soil in the flower pot is thoroughly soaked, evenly scatter the seeds on top, then cover with a thin layer of soil, and spray water to moisten it.

The complete guide to pennywort propagation

Pennywort propagation methods

There are mainly three propagation methods for pennywort, namely: cutting propagation, division propagation, and seed propagation.

Pennywort is very easy to care for in daily life and extremely easy to grow into a full pot, so in home cultivation, cutting and division propagation are mostly chosen.

Cutting propagation of pennywort