Monstera, also known as Mermaid Bamboo, is a common indoor foliage plant named for its thick leaves like a turtle's back. Dividing is one of the common methods of propagating Monstera, which can quickly increase the number of plants and promote plant growth at the same time. Here's how to do the ramets to help you understand how to propagate them correctly so that your monthema can thrive.
Steps of Monstera basa branching.
1.Choose the right time.
Best time to divide plants: Generally speaking, it is suitable to divide the plants in the spring or summer when the growth is vigorous, which is conducive to the rapid rooting and growth of new plants.
2.Prepare tools and materials.
Sharp knives: such as sharp scissors or blades, used to divide plant rhizomes.
Neat containers: Prepare containers suitable for growing monstera and make sure there are enough drainage holes.
Fresh soil: Choose well-drained and well-permeable culture soil, and add an appropriate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer.
Watering can: used for watering and maintaining the moisture of the new plant.
3.Branching operations.
1.Remove the original plant: Remove the monstera plant from its original pot and gently remove the surrounding soil so that the plant rhizome structure can be seen more clearly.
2.Cutting the rhizome: Using a sharp knife, the plant is divided into two or more parts along the natural crack or artificial positioning of the rhizome. Make sure the knife is clean and sharp before cutting to avoid injuring the plant tissue.
3.Tidy up the wounds: There may be some rhizome wounds after dividing, you can lightly sprinkle the split surface with charcoal powder or antibacterial powder to prevent infection.
4.Implant in a new container: Plant the raikite plants into a new container, fill in the prepared soil, gently pat the soil, and pay attention to adjusting the height of the plants.
5.Watering and maintenance: Place the plants in a cool and ventilated place to keep the soil slightly moist but not too wet to avoid root rot caused by overwatering. Use a watering can to gently water new plants.
6.Regular observation: After dividing, the growth of new plants should be closely observed to ensure that the plants adapt to the new environment, and the necessary maintenance should be given in a timely manner.
4.Maintenance tips.
Avoid direct sunlight: Newly rameted monstera needs to gradually adapt to the new growth environment, avoid exposure to sunlight or strong direct light, and gradually increase the light time and intensity.
Moderate fertilization: New ramets need the right amount of nutrients to support growth, but avoid overfertilizing to avoid harming the delicate root system.
Keep it moist: Keep the soil slightly moist during the curing period and replenish water at the right time, but avoid standing water.
Proper pruning: The leaves of Monstera can be properly pruned as needed to promote the growth and healthy development of new plants.
Stable temperature: Maintain a stable temperature in the maintenance environment to avoid the impact of too high or too low temperature on new plants.
Precautions. When dividing, care should be taken to avoid excessive damage to the roots and stems of the plants.
Monstera may need to adapt to a new environment, so it is important to maintain suitable environmental conditions and pay attention to observation.
If the plant has abnormal growth or poor condition after dividing, adjust the maintenance method in time to promote the healthy growth of the plant.
With the above steps and tips, you can successfully propagate the montry of Monstera babeta, increase the number of plants and promote plant growth.