How to breed rat tail palm

Common breeding methods of rat tail palm

The most common and simplest method of propagation of rat tail palm is cuttings. Rat tail palm has low requirements for the environment and soil, and it is very easy to take root when it is propagated by cuttings. Therefore, cuttings have become the preferred method for propagating rat tail palm.

Specific steps for propagation of rat tail palm cuttings

Soil requirements

It should be loose and breathable, not hardened. It is best to be fertile and sterilized.

Selection of cuttings

Select a sturdy rattail palm and cut a five to eight centimeter long cutting from the top.

Processing of cuttings

The treatment of cuttings of rat's tail palm is different from that of other plants. Cuttings of other plants need to be moisturized, but after the cuttings of rat's tail palm are cut, they need to be left for two to three days until the cut area becomes dry before being inserted into the soil. The part buried in the soil should be about three centimeters.