HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
FLORICULTURE
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Question
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Root division
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Leaf Cuttings
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Air layering
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -African violets are easily propagated by leaf cuttings. Select a firm, healthy leaf and cut it off with a sharp knife. Leave 1 to 1½ inches of the leaf stem (petiole) attached to the leaf blade. Fill a pot with a moistened 50:50 mix of vermiculite and coarse sand.
Detailed explanation-2: -The African violet is a good example of a plant propagated by leaf cuttings. Micropropagation has been used for years on orchids; however, it is now being used for many kinds of plants.
Detailed explanation-3: -An African violet cutting takes about 3 to 4 weeks to form new roots. Around 3 to 4 weeks later, you will begin seeing new leaves. Once there are 2 to 3 new leaves growing, it’s time to repot. This process can take anywhere from 2 to 6 months.