The fallen leaves were inserted into the soil, and the pot was full of flowers the next year.

African violet

African violet is a plant of the Gesneriaceae family and is one of the most popular indoor flowers. It likes shade and humidity, has a long flowering period, and has many colors. It is often placed on desks. The key is that it is very easy to propagate, and it can be done with just one leaf!

The survival rates of hydroponic leaf cuttings and soil-cultured leaf cuttings are very high. Let me introduce soil-cultured leaf cuttings to you!

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

Small flower pot (slightly larger than the leaves), plastic film (or plastic bag), pure perlite (used as soil for leaf cuttings)

Specific operations:

1. Select healthy and firm leaves, use a knife to cut the leaves from the petiole. The cutting angle should be about 45 degrees. The petiole should be about 3 cm long. Air-dry the cut leaves for about 15 minutes.

2. Prepare slightly moist sandy soil in the flowerpot and insert the leaves directly into it, with the length of the leaves inserted into the soil being about one-third.

3. Cover the flower pot with a film, just like setting up a tent, to keep the pot warm and moist. After about 3 weeks, the inserted leaves will take root and sprout.

4. After 4 weeks, you can see new leaves growing on the petioles through the film, and then you can move the plant to the pot. (Transplanting with soil can increase the survival rate.)

Peperomia

The leaves of the Chinese evergreen have a bright luster and are a very common small potted plant. It is mainly placed on coffee tables, decorative shelves, and office desks. It can also be hung in front of the window. It has great ornamental value and can purify secondhand smoke. With so many benefits, don’t you want to grow one? Just take a leaf!

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

1 small flower pot, sand

Specific operations:

1. Pinch the base of the petiole and shake it gently left and right. Take out several strong leaves. The best location is in the middle and lower part of the plant. Place the taken leaves in a ventilated place to dry.

2. Put sand in the flowerpot and insert the leaves into the pot at a 45-degree angle.

3. Spray water on the sand to keep the soil moist.

4. If the temperature is above 20 degrees, it will take root in about 20 days. The specific time depends on the situation, just wait patiently. Once three new leaves grow, you can carry out normal maintenance.

Gloxinia

The Gloxinia plant is small and exquisite, with a long flowering period. It blooms twice a year in spring and autumn and has a variety of colors. It is an ideal indoor decorative flower. You don’t have to buy it if you like it. The editor will teach you how to use leaves to create Gloxinia.

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

1 flower pot, appropriate amount of clean river sand or vermiculite mixed base soil, plastic wrap

Specific operations:

1. Remove the leaves after the flowers fall. Choose strong leaves from excellent individual plants with petioles about 1 cm long. After removing them, insert the petioles into the rooting powder solution and soak them for 3 seconds.

2. Fill the pot with river sand or mixed base soil, insert the leaves into the pot, with one-third inserted in the river sand, then cover with plastic wrap, and spray water once in the morning and evening.

3. Then just wait slowly. When you touch the leaf surface lightly and feel it is fixed, it means it has taken root. When new buds emerge, you can transplant it.

Tiger Piranha

Tiger Piraja is a common foliage plant with strong adaptability to the environment. It is often used to decorate study rooms, living rooms, and offices. Today, let’s take a look with the editor to see how Sansevieria was brought back to life through leaf cuttings.

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

1 flower pot, watering can, appropriate amount of soil mixed with sand

Specific operations:

1. Take healthy leaves, either whole or cut into several pieces, each about 6 cm long. Leave the removed leaves for 24 hours to allow the wounds to heal.

2. Put the soil mixed with sand into the pot and insert the leaves into the soil about 4 cm so that the leaves will not fall off easily.

3. Place the flower pot in a cool place, pay attention to good ventilation, and keep the soil moist, but do not water too much.

It will take about 4.1 month for the plant to take root. Just wait patiently and do not pull it with your hands. After the rooting, small buds will emerge in one or two months. Just wait patiently.

5. The seedlings will grow up in about half a year, and during this process they can be cared for according to the usual maintenance methods.

Rieger Begonia

The flowering period of Rieger Begonia is very long, lasting from December to April of the following year. The flower shapes are diverse and the colors are rich. It is very beautiful and can be used as an ideal indoor ornamental potted plant.

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

1 healthy Rieger begonia, a sterilized knife, a mineral water bottle, antiseptic, a flower pot, peat soil mixed with a small amount of perlite

Specific operations:

1. Dig a 1 cm wide hole in the middle of the mineral water bottle and fill it with purified water.

2. Take the leaves, pay attention to choosing the greener leaves that are easier to root. Use a knife to cut it from the petiole close to the trunk. Apply fungicide on the cut and let it dry for more than ten minutes.

3. Insert the leaves into the opening of a mineral water bottle and place the bottle in a warm place to make it easier for the leaves to take root. It will take about a month to take root.

4. After rooting, all leaves should be transplanted. Fill the pot with peat soil, transplant the leaves into the pot, and wait for them to germinate.

Kalanchoe

The Kalanchoe flowers bloom around Christmas, and the flowers form clusters, which are very attractive. After buying so many Kalanchoe flowers, why not try to grow them by leaf cuttings yourself?

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

1 healthy Kalanchoe, 1 portion of coarse sand that has been cleaned and free of impurities, 1 flower pot (a shallow pot is best)

Specific operations:

1. Select several larger and healthier leaves, pick them off and dry them properly.

2. Add coarse sand into the pot and bury the petioles in the soil, leaving the leaves exposed. Be careful not to bury it too deep. Just place it in a cool and ventilated place.

3. The cycle of Kalanchoe leaf cuttings is relatively long. The entire process from leaf cuttings to germination may take about 6 months. Flower lovers must wait patiently. During this process, if the soil is dry, just water it a little to keep the soil in the pot moist.

Alum root

Alumroot is a perennial, cold-resistant herbaceous flower, which is often used for garden greening. Its flowering period is from April to October and it is suitable for growing in the north.

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

Medium (vermiculite, perlite, peat or sphagnum moss alone is also OK), container (transparent disposable cup or ordinary seedling container), watering can

Specific operations:

1. Select the leaves, gently pick off the complete, strong leaves with base, preferably larger leaves.

2. If you are using a disposable cup, make a hole in the bottom, place a piece of gauze on the bottom, and pour in a mixture of vermiculite and perlite that takes up half of the cup.

3. Put in the leaves, then add the medium into the cup to the cup mouth, and use a spray bottle to spray water into the cup until water comes out of the bottom hole. Be careful to choose a spray bottle with a smaller spray force.

4. Place the cup in a container with a small amount of water and move it to a cool, well-ventilated place. It will grow roots in about a month. During this process, please note that if there is no water in the container, add water, or spray water directly on the leaves. Do not pull them up to check the roots!

5. After you can see the roots through the cup, you can transplant the seedlings.

Money Tree

Money tree is a common indoor foliage plant. It not only purifies the air and is beneficial to the human body, but also symbolizes attracting wealth and prosperity. Do you know a little secret about leaf cuttings?

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

1 healthy money tree, carbendazim, 1 flower pot, 1 part nutrient soil (peat soil, perlite and river sand mixed in a ratio of 3:1:1, any soil with good air permeability is acceptable)

Specific operations:

1. Select healthy leaves with petioles and soak the removed leaves in carbendazim for disinfection.

2. Put the soil into the pot, insert the leaves into the soil, place the pot facing north, pay attention to moisturizing, touch the soil in the pot with your hand every day, water it when it is dry, and do it in moderation.

3. It will take about three months for the plant to take root and grow potato-like roots. Be patient and wait!

4. New sprouts will grow after a period of time and you can change the pot. The next step is normal maintenance. The soil should not be too wet. Water it thoroughly once, and water should come out from the bottom of the pot.

Venus Flytrap

The Venus flytrap is a very interesting insectivorous plant, known as the carnivorous plant in nature. It can be placed in a sunny windowsill or balcony for viewing. Once you learn the leaf cutting method of the Venus flytrap, you can turn one clump into two clumps, and two clumps into three clumps. It's so easy to grow a whole pot!

Leaf cutting method

Prepare:

1 container (small flower pot, disposable cup, etc.), 1 plastic bag, dry sphagnum moss or peat soil

Specific operations:

1. Take several Venus Flytrap leaves, make sure they have white bulbs to increase the survival rate of leaf cuttings.

2. Wet the prepared peat soil and mix it evenly. If it is dry sphagnum moss, just soak it and put it into the container. Lay the Venus flytrap leaves flat in the container, leaf side up. Note: Cover the container with a plastic bag.

3. After a few weeks, the old leaves withered and new leaves sprouted out! Note that the container must be kept moist during this process, and it will bloom if maintained normally!