How to Root Dragon Wing Begonias

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The dragon wing begonia (Begonia x hybrida ‘Dragon Wings’) has broad-pointed, dark-green leaves that grow on succulent canes. Because it is a hybrid begonia that cannot produce seeds, it blooms continuously throughout the summer in an attempt to produce seeds. It produces flowers of pink, red or white, depending on the variety. The dragon wing begonia grows best in a semi-shady location protected from high wind that could easily break the brittle canes. It thrives on heat and humidity as long as it is growing in a moist but well-drained location.

Difficulty:
Moderately Easy

Instructions

things you’ll need:
  • Dragon wing begonia
  • Powdered rooting hormone
  • Fresh potting soil
  • Sharp scissors
  • Potting container with drainage holes
    1. Cut off a 3- to 6-inch stem from the dragon wing begonia just above a leaf node or joint. This is the swollen area along the stem from where the leaves are growing. Use a pair of clean sharp scissors or sharp knife. Take the cutting to be rooted just below a leaf node. Discard the fleshy interim stem. Immediately place the cut end of the stem in a container of water so there is no chance that it becomes stressed or dries out.
    2. Prepare the potting medium. Fill a planting container that has drainage holes with new potting soil. Do not use potting soil that is used, old or was exposed to the outside elements. It may contain insects or diseases that can kill the rooting plant. Soil-less potting mixtures are available specifically for rooting plants and starting seeds. Whatever medium you choose, soak it completely with water after it is in the container. Allow it to drain.
    3. Push a hole 2 inches deep into the damp potting medium with a finger or a clean tool. This prevents the powdered rooting hormone from rubbing off of the stem when it is placed into the potting medium.
    4. Remove the stem from the container of water. Pull off any leaves that are 2 inches and less from the bottom of the cutting. Use a downward motion to pull of the leaves. This will leave a small exposed area on the stem where the leaves were previously attached.
    5. Dip the cut end of the stem into the powdered rooting hormone, completely covering the lower 2 inches of the stem, including the exposed wounds where the lower leaves were attached.
    6. Place the stem end covered with the rooting hormone into the hole created in the potting medium. Carefully close the area around the stem by hand. Push the soil down around the stem just enough that the stem remains upright.
    7. Place the pot inside in a bright warm location (65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit) but not in direct sunlight. Keep the soil moist until the cutting is actively growing, which should be in about eight weeks. At that time the cutting can be transplanted to a larger container.


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