Presented by: Texas Master Gardener Specialist – Plant Propagation Prepared by: Thomas LeRoy, Montgomery County Extension - Horticulturist
Materials List Rhizomatous or Rex Begonia. Shallow Pan with Clear Lid. Absorbent Paper. Distilled Water. Bleach. Sharp Knife or Razor Blade.
Mix a 20:1 water to bleach solution in a shallow pan. Soak leaf for about 1 to 5 minutes to disinfect.
Cut along large veins. Cut strips into squares about the size of a postage stamp.
Place pre-soaked paper in tray. Place leaf cuttings, vein side down on paper.
Growth After 3 Weeks Growth After 5 Weeks
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