Aglaonema is among the most common and popular indoor plants. It can be found in households around the world. Aglaonema, also known as Chinese evergreen, is a strong plant with impressive adaptability. It can live in a wide range of temperatures, which makes it suitable for different climates and indoor arrangements.
Aglaonema plants can be propagated using many different methods, but the most popular one for individual users is stem cuttings. For bulk production, it is propagation using tissue culture. However, you don’t have to limit yourself to these methods. Aglaonemas can be propagated in many different ways.
Growing Aglaonema from Stem Cuttings and Branches is an easy and effective way to grow new plants from your existing ones. This method can save you money and allow you to expand your collection without the need to purchase new plants.
The easiest method of Aglaonema propagation is stem cutting in moist soil. Here are the step-by-step instructions for Growing Aglaonema from Stem Cuttings and Branches.
- Use sharp pruners to cut 5-6 inches-long healthy branches from the existing Aglaonema plant.
- Remove the lower leaves from the cut branches, leaving only the top two foliage leaves.
- Use clean scissors to cut the top, including two leaves, into two separate pieces.
- Repeat this process with other branches.
- Fill a pot with well-draining soil. Place the cut branches on top of the soil, pressing one side of the branch tip into the soil.
- Place the pot in bright indirect light.
- Wait for approximately 30-45 days, during which roots and shoots will begin to appear on the cuttings.
- You can plant the rooted branches separately in individual pots filled with good-quality, well-draining potting soil!