How to grow croton leaf roots!
Crotons are popular indoor plants known for their colourful and vibrant leaves. If you want to spread your crotons and grow new plants from leaves, here is a step-by-step guide to help you succeed.
Materials required:
- Healthy croton leaf
- Small pot
- Quality soil
- Water glass
- Clean and sterilized pruning
Steps to grow croton leaf roots:
Step 1: Selection of the sheet
Choose a healthy, faultless leaf on the parent plant. Make sure the leaf is young and undamaged.
Step 2: Preparation of the sheet
Cut the selected leaf so that it has a stem about 2 to 3 cm long. Make sure the cut is clean and performed with a sterilized tool.
Step 3: Watering
Place the leaf stem in a glass of water. Make sure the base of the leaf is immersed in water, but the leaves do not touch the water itself.
Step 4: Expectation and Observation
Place the water glass in a bright place, but avoid direct exposure to the sun. Change the water every few days to avoid rot.
Step 5: Root Formation
After a few weeks, you should start to see roots forming at the base of the leaf. Wait until they have reached a sufficient size before proceeding to the next step.
Step 6: Transplantation
Once the roots are sufficiently developed, gently remove the croton leaf from the water and plant it in a pot filled with quality soil. Make sure the roots are buried properly and water slightly.
Following these steps, you should be able to grow roots from the croton leaves successfully. Be sure to take care of your new plant by providing it with proper lighting and care to promote its growth.