How to propagate arrowroot? Propagation methods and precautions

How to propagate arrowroot

Common methods of propagation of arrowroot include division and cutting, which can be carried out at any time when the temperature is not lower than 20 degrees. It is usually carried out in spring and autumn. Summer and winter are not suitable for reproduction due to temperature reasons, and the survival rate is low.

Common methods of propagating arrowroot

1. Arrowroot division propagation

The commonly used method of propagation of arrowroot is division, which is suitable for operation in early summer when the temperature is around 20 degrees. First, remove the plant from the pot, remove the old soil, dig out the densely growing old roots, and divide the rhizomes into several clumps, leaving about 3 buds in each clump.

After pruning, you can pot it. Water it immediately and place it in a cool place for maintenance until new buds sprout. Move it to a sunny place. Be careful to control the amount of watering. It should not be too much. Just keep it slightly moist.

2. Arrowroot cutting propagation

Arrowroot can be propagated by cuttings in spring. Choose strong young branches as cuttings, keep 3 leaves at the base, and mix the substrate evenly with peat soil and river sand. Keep a moist environment, and it will take about 30-40 days to take root and sprout.

After the arrowroot sprouts, it can be transplanted into pots. When transplanting, you can spread a layer of coarse sand at the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage, and then place it in a warm place for maintenance. During cutting propagation, remember to spray water on the leaves frequently to maintain the color of the leaves and prevent the leaves from turning yellow.