Can succulent leaf cuttings use germination hormone (how to use succulent germination hormone)

Germinin, also known as cytokinin, is a growth hormone.

As the branches of most succulents gradually become woody, buds will slowly sprout from the growth points on the branches, forming new branches and turning them into a cluster of bouquets.

However, there are also some succulents that will continue to grow taller without sprouting because of their obvious apical advantage.

Although beheading can break the apical dominance and promote sprouting and branching, it will leave wounds that look unsightly.

Therefore, many flower lovers will naturally think of using sprouting hormone to promote cell division and proliferation, thereby achieving the effect of "big sprouting".

Abuse of germination may cause side effects

Using germination hormones on succulents is an artificial intervention, which goes against the laws of nature and the results are likely to be counterproductive.

The use of germination hormone is generally carried out by applying it to the growth point or spraying it directly on the branches and trunks after dilution. Although it may show initial results within a short period of time after use, it also brings many subsequent side effects.

The result of artificial intervention is very likely to cause abnormal proliferation of buds, deformed side buds, and uneven thickness of branches, which will make the plant look abnormal.

Moreover, the abnormal or excessive growth of lateral buds itself is a consumption of the plant, and large-scale use will inevitably lead to a shortage of nutrients.

There is no need to use germination hormone for leaf cuttings

Leaf cuttings are asexual reproduction, and it is possible to obtain double-headed and naturally variegated seedlings. Deliberate use of germination hormones simply increases the probability of variegation.

However, leaf cuttings take a long time, and nutrients are basically borne by the mother leaf before rooting and germination. If artificial use of germination hormones causes abnormal proliferation of buds, it will increase the consumption of the mother leaf, which may cause the leaf cutting seedlings to grow weak or deformed, which is not worth the loss .