How To Propagate Philodendron Birkin?

Philodendron Birkin's leaves are wide, plump, deeply pinnately divided and shiny. Philodendron Birkin grows best in sandy loam rich in humus and well drained, and is a good foliage plant.
Philodendron Birkin's aerial roots are developed and strong, and the natural state is in the form of falling vine. In the wild state, it grows on the trunk and is creepy. It is green all year round. However, if it is cultured in a pot, the vine is not obvious. We generally use division, stem cuttings and water to propagate Philodendron Birkin.

Propagating Philodendron Birkin With Stem Cuttings

Philodendron Birkin can be propagated by cutting and can be cut in spring. The survival rate is high. It is suitable from May to September. Propagating Philodendron Birkin with stem cuttings before cutting, we must prepare a matrix with good air permeability to facilitate later cutting and rooting. It can be mixed with fine sand, rotten leaf soil, vermiculite, etc. Select the plant with good growth, cut the stem from above, and take root with air, so as to facilitate cutting survival. After cutting it off, put it aside, dry the incision, and then insert it directly into the matrix. After propagating philodendron birkin with stem cuttings, place it in a semi shady place, water regularly, keep the humidity, control the temperature at about 25 ℃, and take root in about 20-25 days. When the root is stable, it can be transplanted with the soil at the root. In the later stage, attention should also be paid to maintenance and management.

Propagating Philodendron Birkin In Water

The first step is to buy the flowerpot for propagating Philodendron Birkin in water. Generally, we choose the transparent flowerpot, then buy the nutrient solution required by Philodendron Birkin, and then pour the nutrient solution into the flowerpot. About half of the nutrient solution is enough, and then Philodendron Birkin can be excavated from the basin soil.
First, we can clean all the soil on the roots of Philodendron Birkin with clean water, cut off some unnecessary old roots, and then slowly put Philodendron Birkin. Philodendron Birkin can absorb nutrition and will not be drowned.

Propagating Philodendron Birkin By Division

We can also use the propagating Philodendron Birkin by division to change pots in spring. When selecting plants for many years, first stop water and control water to keep the soil dry, and then carefully take out Philodendron Birkin plants from the original basin. Find the base of the old plant and cut off the small plant on the base. Prepare appropriate basin soil, transplant small plants, pay attention to maintenance, and cultivate healthy new plants. In order to propagate the growth of multiple lateral plants, the heart can be picked in advance.

Philodendron Birkin Propagation Tips

Philodendron Birkin has strong adaptability. In the process of propagating Philodendron Birkin, we should keep the soil moist and the air humidity at about 70%. If the temperature is lower than 15 ℃, reduce watering, and maintain a temperature of about 5 ℃ in winter. The basin soil should not be too damp. From May to September is their peak growth season. Fertilizer should be applied once a month, mainly organic fertilizer, but not too much or too thick.
Add a group of base fertilizer when changing pots in spring. Pay attention to strengthening ventilation and shading in summer when it is high temperature and humidity. Pay attention to heat preservation and full day illumination in autumn and winter when it is low temperature. In addition, all the juice of Philodendron Birkin is poisonous and cannot be eaten. If we want to trim, we'd better wear gloves to avoid discomfort in contact with the skin.
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FAQs

Where Do You Cut Birkin for Propagation?

Use clean, sharp scissors or a knife to cut off the stem below a node. The petiole, or stem of the leaf, joins the main stem at the node. Your cutting needs to have a node because nodes are the sites of new growth (roots!) comes from.

Can You Root Philodendron Cuttings in Water?

You can root philodendron stem cuttings in either a small container of potting soil or a cup of water. Use garden snips ($14, The Home Depot) or a clean, sharp knife to cut a piece of stem that is between three and six inches long. Best practice dictates that you should cut the stem just above another leaf.

Can Philodendron Be Propagated from Cuttings?

Trailing types of philodendron propagate easily from stem cuttings. In water or rooting media like perlite or well-drained potting soil, stem sections 3 to 6 inches long with the lower leaves removed will quickly take root.