AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Single eye cutting is a type of stem cutting, in which the stem is cut one inch above and one inch below the node(a point of plant stem in which the buds, leaves originate). This single eye cutting is usually used when the leaves of the plant are alternative and the stock material is limited.

Detailed explanation-2: -Single Eye: The eye refers to the node. This is used for plants with alternate leaves when space or stock material are limited. Cut the stem about inch above and inch below a node.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are two main types of stem cuttings: Softwood cuttings (leafed cuttings) are young soft succulent cuttings with leaves (sometimes pruned). Hardwood cuttings are made of matured, dormant hardwood after the leaves have been shed. Tip cuttings possess terminal buds; basal cuttings are without terminal buds.

Detailed explanation-4: -Herbaceous cuttings are made from non-woody, herbaceous plants such as coleus, chrysanthemums, and dahlia. A 3-to 5-inch piece of stem is cut from the parent plant. The leaves on the lower one-third to one-half of the stem are removed.

Detailed explanation-5: -Double Eye This is used for plants with opposite leaves when space or stock material is limited. Cut the stem about inch above and inch below the same node. Insert the cutting vertically in the medium with the node just touching the surface.