Sansevieria cylindrica is not only extremely easy to care for, the propagation of this decorative variety of arched hemp is also extremely easy and can be easily achieved by even gardening novices. This is how you multiply the unfortunately poisonous Sansevieria cylindrica.
How can I propagate Sansevieria Cylindrica?
The Sansevieria Cylindrica can be easily propagated by dividing the root ball, taking leaf cuttings or growing from seeds. With each method, a bright, warm location and suitable substrate are important for the growth of the young plants.
Three methods for propagating Sansevieria cylindrica
A Sansevieria cylindrica can be propagated using various methods:
- Growing from seeds
- Cutting leaf cuttings
- Dividing the root ball
Dividing the root ball is the easiest and fastest way to propagate. However, you need a larger mother plant for this. However, you can also get leaf cuttings from young plants.
Growing Sansevieria cylindrica from seeds
You can get seeds for Sansevieria cylindrica from your own plant if you leave the inflorescences to fertilize. The seed is released and dried briefly. It can then be sown immediately.
- Prepare pots with potting soil
- Sprinkle seeds thinly
- sprinkle lightly with soil
- Slightly moisten the substrate
- Put pots in clear bags
- move to a warm, partially shaded location
In order for the seed to germinate, it needs relatively high temperatures of 25 degrees during the day and 20 degrees at night.
Propagate bow hemp from leaf cuttings
Cut a he althy Sansevieria cylindrica leaf at the base. Divide it into individual pieces, each 10 to 15 cm long.
Allow the interfaces to dry for several days. Then put them about four centimeters deep in small pots filled with potting soil.
Place the cultivation pots in a bright, warm place at 20 to 30 degrees. Water occasionally to prevent the soil from drying out completely. It takes some time for roots to form.
How to Divide a Sansevieria cylindrica
To divide the Sansevieria cylindrica, remove the plant from the pot and shake off the soil. Using a sharp, clean knife, divide the root ball into two parts. You can also cut off side shoots if they have already formed roots.
Plant the cuttings in pots that you have filled with cactus or succulent soil.
Tip
Sansevieria cylindrica is not hardy. Bow hemp does not tolerate temperatures below twelve degrees. If you care for it on the terrace in summer, you have to bring it back into the house in good time in autumn.
