How long does it take for succulent leaf cuttings to sprout

In recent years, succulents have been popular with many people. In addition to their ornamental value, some succulents also have certain therapeutic value. The cultivation method of succulents is relatively simple. You can use succulent leaves to insert into the soil to germinate. At this time, as long as you take good care of them, they will gradually grow out. Generally speaking, they will be able to take root and sprout in about 15 days. If it is winter, it will take relatively longer.

How long does it take for succulent leaf cuttings to sprout?

The time required to grow new roots or shoots varies depending on the plant variety, season, environment, etc. Usually in mild weather, roots and sprouts will begin to appear in about 15 days. The best time for cuttings is spring and autumn. Growth is slow in winter and it may take about a month.

There are many methods for propagating succulents, such as grafting, cuttings, sowing, root cuttings, division, leaf cuttings, and cutting growth points. Among them, leaf cuttings are a more commonly used and relatively simple and easy-to-operate propagation method (that is, the "cuttings" mentioned in this question).

Operation method: Choose healthy leaves with full juice, no surface damage and no insect pests. After removing them, let them air-dry for 2-3 days. It is better to wait longer rather than shorter. Wait until the wounds are fully healed before cutting. When cutting, place the leaves flat on the surface of the cutting medium, or slightly tilt them, and bury a small amount of petioles into the medium. Then place it in a cool place and maintain the air humidity and ambient temperature.

When leaves sprout, roots may grow first or leaves may grow first. After new shoots grow, don't rush to remove the mother leaves. The mother leaves provide nutrients to the new shoots. New shoots without mother leaves tend to grow very slowly. When the nutrients of the mother leaf are completely absorbed by the new sprouts, it will dry up and turn yellow, and you can pull it out at this time. When the leaf cuttings grow to a certain size, they need to be repotted.

Common xerophytic structures

Due to different families and genera, although the leaves of leaf succulents have a common xerophytic structure - thick leaves, keratinized epidermis or covered with wax, hair, and white powder, there are quite a lot of leaf types. This variety of leaf shapes is an important basis for classification. Most of them are simple leaves, but many are compound leaves.

The leaf arrangement methods include alternate, opposite, decussate, whorled, two rows, and clusters. The species native to areas of higher altitudes has leaves arranged in a rosette shape and the entire plant is very compact, making it an ideal species for home cultivation and viewing. A highly fleshy species of the Aizoaceae family, the whole plant often has only one pair of leaves connected to form a succulent body, and the shapes can be spherical, oblate, gyroscope-shaped, or ingot-shaped. Due to its wide variety and compact shape, it is a "hot spot" for collection and cultivation among Chinese succulent plant enthusiasts.