How to propagate the lotus

Leaf cutting method

Spread the complete, mature leaves flat on moist sand, with the leaf surface facing up and the back facing down, without covering them with sand, and place them in a cool place.

In about 10 days, small leaf clusters and new roots will grow at the base of the leaves. At this time, bury the roots directly in the soil.

After burying the plants in the soil, water them appropriately and expose them to sunlight, but avoid direct sunlight. Just observe the growth of the plants.

Cutting method

For branch cuttings, you can use suckers or top branches, and cut them first, with no limit on length.

After the branches are cut off, they must be dried, excess leaves at the bottom must be removed, and then inserted into a sand bed to prevent water evaporation.

It is normal for the bottom leaves of the cut lotus to dry up and shrink before rooting. It will recover naturally after the root system grows well and absorbs enough water.

It usually takes about 20 days for the plant to take root. You can water it after rooting, but not too much. The soil should not be too wet, otherwise the cut ends will easily turn yellow and rot. When the roots grow to 2 or 3 centimeters, you can change the pot, preferably in spring.