How to propagate spiderwort

Propagation of Net-veined Grass by Division

Net-veined grass can be propagated by division.

The method of propagation by division is actually quite simple. If you remove the soil and pot of a spiderwort plant that is growing vigorously and has dense stems and leaves, you will find that a lot of roots have grown on the creeping stem nodes. Cut off these stem nodes with roots, about 10 cm or more, and the cut plants can be directly transplanted into flower pots. Place the transplanted spiderwort in a cool and ventilated place for 1 to 2 weeks and then maintain it normally.

Cutting propagation of spiderwort

Net-veined grass can be propagated by cuttings. If the temperature permits, cuttings can be taken all year round, but the best results are achieved from May to September.

On the creeping stems of spiderwort, cut off branches about 10 cm long, leaving 3 to 4 stem nodes, remove the leaves at the bottom, and only keep a few leaves at the top. Place the cuttings in a ventilated place, let the wound dry, and then insert them into the seedbed. The substrate of the seedbed can be made by mixing river sand, peat soil, etc., and the substrate needs to be disinfected in advance. Keep the temperature between 24℃ and 30℃. The cuttings will take root 1 to 2 weeks after cuttings and can be transplanted into pots after one month.

When propagating spiderwort cuttings, pay attention to ensuring the appropriate growth temperature and avoid low temperature damage in winter. When the temperature is low, it needs to be covered with film to keep warm. When the temperature is high, it needs to be shaded. Also pay attention to ensuring appropriate humidity and spray frequently.

Tissue Culture of Nematodes

Tissue culture is not a commonly used method. When conducting tissue culture of spiderwort, leaves are needed. Cut the leaves into sections and place them in the culture medium. After growing for about 30 minutes, buds will sprout. Cut and transplant the buds, wait for them to grow roots, and then transplant and plant them.