Anthurium can be successfully propagated at home in several ways. No matter what technique you choose, a little patience and care will help the plant produce new, stunning flowers. This way you will rejuvenate the anthurium and get new seedlings.
The simplest and surest way to propagate anthurium is to divide the adult plant. This process involves separating smaller seedlings (so-called suckers) from the main mother plant.
How to do it?
- Choose a healthy, adult plant that has several suckers.
- Remove the anthurium from the pot carefully so as not to damage the roots.
- Separate the suckers by hand or with a sharp knife, making sure each part has its own roots.
- Plant the seedlings in separate pots with light, permeable soil.
- Water moderately and place in a bright, warm place.
Propagation by division is an excellent way to quickly obtain new plants without having to wait for rooting. Thanks to this, each seedling will produce new flowers and your anthurium will be rejuvenated.
If your anthurium has long, healthy shoots, you can use them for propagation. This applies especially to older plants. Stem cuttings are easy to handle and allow you to obtain new plants with little effort.
How to do it?
- Select a healthy shoot with at least one leaf and a visible node (the place where the roots or leaves grow).
- Trim the shoot with a sharp knife or pruning shears.
- Place the seedling in a container with water or directly in moist soil.
- In the case of water, change it regularly to prevent the shoot from rotting.
- After a few weeks, when the roots appear, plant the plant in a pot.
Propagation by cuttings requires a bit more patience, but the effect is worth it – new plants are healthier and more resistant.
Propagating anthurium from seeds is the most time-consuming method, but also fascinating for gardening enthusiasts. The process requires pollinating the flowers and collecting the seeds.
How to do it?
- Pollination can be done manually with a brush, transferring pollen from one flower to another.
- After a few weeks, fruits are formed from which seeds can be extracted.
- Clean the seeds and plant them in a moist, light substrate, covering them with a thin layer of soil.
- Maintain high humidity and temperature (approx. 25°C) and provide access to diffused light.
Germination may take from several weeks to several months. This method allows you to obtain a larger number of plants, although it requires a lot of time and commitment.
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Anthurium propagation by leaf cuttings is a less popular but possible method. It is also easier than growing the plant from seed. It involves using healthy leaves to obtain new plants.
How to do it?
- Select a healthy, adult leaf with a petiole.
- Trim the leaf at the base with a sharp knife.
- Place the leaf in a moist substrate (e.g. a mixture of peat and sand) so that the petiole is slightly submerged.
- Keep the humidity high and the temperature moderate by covering the pot with foil or a jar to create a mini-greenhouse effect.
- After a few weeks, new shoots and roots may appear.
This method is riskier than division or stem cuttings, but for patient gardeners it can bring satisfying results.
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In order for the anthurium to grow healthily and regularly release new flowers, it is worth using natural fertilizers. They will provide the plant with the appropriate amount of nutrients. Here are some home remedies for anthurium nutrition:
- Vegetable cooking water: Use the water left after cooking vegetables (without salt). It contains minerals and trace elements that have a beneficial effect on the growth of anthurium. Chilled water can be used once every two weeks.
- Coffee grounds: Coffee grounds are a natural source of nitrogen. Just mix them with the soil in the pot to improve the structure of the soil and provide nutrients.
- Eggshells: Crushed eggshells are an excellent source of calcium. Mix them with the soil or prepare an infusion with which you can water the plant.
- Bananas: Banana peels contain potassium and phosphorus. You can cut them into small pieces and bury them in the ground or prepare a decoction for watering.
Remember to fertilize anthurium moderately, as excess nutrients can harm the plant. Regular use of natural fertilizers supports healthy development and intensive flowering.
