Propagación

Thomas H. Yeager yThomas H. Yeager
Otros contactos: Shawn Steed yJeb S. Fields

Ask a producer how to root a woody landscape plant and most likely the answer will focus on the root-inducing substances or materials used to promote rooting. This is because numerous evaluations and tremendous efforts have been devoted to finding the right combination of substances that induce roots rapidly. However, after achieving the goal of finding the ideal substance(s), formulation(s), the right amount, and the best application methods for rapid rooting with large numbers of vigorous roots, there is the tendency to become complacent with many of the other details for propagating cuttings. These other details are just as important as finding the ideal root-inducing substance. So as a reminder, provided below are details that are very important for successful propagation. Some of the details might be altered based on experience with particular species or cultivars and the environment (structure, moisture, etc.) in which cuttings are rooted.

Alan W. Meerow and Timothy K. Broschat

The purpose of this publication is to outline and discuss the various aspects of handling and germinating palm seeds in the most cost-effective and reliable manner possible.

Julian Ginori, Julian T. Ginori, Sandra B. Wilson, Wisnu Ardi, yHeqiang Huo

Wax begonia (Begonia semperflorens-cultorum) is commonly propagated through seeds and cuttings. However, for mass clonal propagation to maintain select traits or for controlled genetic studies, micropropagation and tissue culture serve as alternative means of propagation. This publication explains the differences between micropropagation and tissue culture, providing a breakdown of the stages involved in each process. While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably due to similar procedural stages, they differ in their source of explant materials and primary objectives.

Jeff Wasielewski, Carlos F. Balerdi, yCarlos F. Balerdi

Plant propagation is used to produce new plants from a desired parent plant. There are two categories of plant propagation: asexual and sexual.

Audrey C. Plauche, Gage D. LaPierre, and Michael G. Andreu

This publication provides an in-depth profile of Pinus serotina for academic audiences and interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology.

Ali Sarkhosh, Juan David Jimenez Pardo, Jonathan Clavijo-Herrera, Uzman Khalil Chaudhry, yJonathan H. Crane

The climate of Florida is suitable for growing a variety of tropical and subtropical fruits, including passionfruit (Passiflora edulis). Passionfruit has a distinctive aroma and sweet-sour taste, and it has become highly appreciated in culinary and home gardening circles. The center of origin of passionfruit is South America, although it is also grown in other tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The cultivation of this fruit requires a solid understanding of effective propagation methods to ensure the availability of high-quality plant material. This guide covers various sexual and asexual propagation techniques, from traditional seed sowing to advanced methods such as tissue culture.

Ute Albrecht, Mongi Zekri, and Jeffrey Williamson

This publication explains the different methods of citrus propagation and includes detailed descriptions and photographs of the grafting process and other principles of propagation.