Detailed method of soaking Schefflera in water to make it root

Schefflera is a common plant in people's families. Schefflera has the function of purifying the air and can absorb nicotine in the air very well. Some people call this flower the "king of smoking", so it is particularly suitable for planting in families with smokers. You can also grow Schefflera australis in a newly renovated home, which has a good formaldehyde removal effect. Let’s learn about the rooting method of Schefflera in water and the common sense of daily maintenance.

Hydroponic method of Schefflera:

Method 1: Hydroponic branches

1. Cut 10 cm semi-lignified branches with 2 to 3 or more branches with leaves from the Schefflera plant, cut off the branches and leaves below, and only keep 1 to 2 palmate compound leaves. Then put 2/3 of the branch into water and place it in a sunny place.

2. Control the ambient temperature to above 15°C. Usually, white callus tissue will form at the cut in about 10 days, and adventitious roots will form in a few more days.

3. After about 45 days, the water-rooted Schefflera will grow roots of about 6 cm and can be managed normally at this time.

Method 2: Soil culture plant root washing hydroponics

1. Take the soil-grown Schefflera out of the soil, clean the soil at the roots, and put the plant in a glass bottle filled with clean water (tap water needs to be stored for 2 to 3 days).

2. In the early stage of hydroponics, change the water every 2 to 3 days, control the temperature above 15°C, supplement light appropriately, and add a few drops of nutrient solution to the water when changing the water.

Cultivation method of hydroponic Schefflera:

1. Change water in time

The water of hydroponic Schefflera needs to be changed once a week. Adding a few drops of nutrient solution to the water each time you change the water can make the roots of the Schefflera stronger. The water level in the hydroponic container should not be too high and should not overflow the trunk.

2. Control the temperature

The suitable temperature for the growth of Schefflera is 15~25℃, and it can also grow normally above 30℃. The temperature in winter cannot be lower than 5℃, otherwise the leaves will fall off.

3. Adequate lighting

Schefflera needs sufficient light to grow, and abundant sunlight can make it bright at night. However, the leaves of Schefflera are shade-tolerant and can maintain their dark green color even in semi-shade. However, the hydroponic Schefflera needs to be exposed to the sun regularly, but it needs moderate shade in the summer.

Precautions for growing Schefflera: If the Schefflera is obtained by cuttings, do not rush to repot it in order to ensure its formation. Wait until it grows significantly before repotting it. It is usually necessary to change the pot after 2 to 3 days of growth, and then repot once a year. Create a comfortable maintenance environment. Ensure suitable temperature, drought and flood conditions, water in time, spray water on the leaves in time in summer, and ensure sufficient sunlight time.