How to spread Aglaonema quickly from a leaf using eggshells
The propagation of plants is an effective way to increase your collection of plants indoors while saving money. Aglaonema, also known as a plant of happiness, is a popular indoor plant because of its beauty and ease of maintenance. In this article, we will show you how to quickly spread the Aglaonema plant from a leaf using eggshells, a simple and ecological method.
Materials required:
- Sheet of glaonema
- Empty and clean egg shells
- Terrau
- A little pot
- Water spray
Steps to follow:
1. Start by choosing a healthy leaf from your Aglaonema plant. Make sure that the sheet you choose is without imperfections and that it is of a reasonable size to be used in propagation.
2. Take several empty egg shells and make sure to clean them thoroughly to remove any remaining egg residue inside. Eggshells will act as small pots for your leaves cuttings from Aglaonema.
3. Fill the eggshells with damp soil. Make sure the soil is draining well to avoid rotting cuttings.
4. Gently cut the glaonema leaf into sections a few centimetres long, ensuring that there is at least one main vein on each section. This will ensure that cuttings have the best chance of successfully rooting.
5. Insert each leaf cutting into an egg shell filled with soil. Gently press the soil around the base of the cutting to keep it in place.
6. Place the egg shells containing the cuttings in a small pot and keep them in a bright place but in direct sunlight. Make sure the soil stays constantly moist by spraying water regularly.
7. After a few weeks, you should start to see roots forming at the base of cuttings. This means that cuttings take root successfully and can be transplanted into individual pots once they are sufficiently developed.
8. Continue to care for new plants by providing them with adequate lighting, moisture and fertilizing them regularly to promote healthy growth.
By following these simple steps, you can easily spread your Aglaonema plant quickly from a leaf using eggshells. This economical and ecological method is ideal for plant lovers who want to expand their collection without spending a lot of money. Enjoy your new Aglaonema and the rewarding experience of plant propagation!