Firestick Succulent Propagation

I usually skip this step but some people prefer using it to speed up the.

Firestick succulent propagation.

Take precautions when handling this succulent. Dip the stem s end in water to stop the sap from oozing. Firestick cactus or euphorbia tirucalli rosea is also known as sticks of fire sticks on fire or pencil tree. Please keep in mind sticks on fire is toxic.

Propagating from stem cuttings step by step. Fill the bottom of a pot with a 2 to 3 inch layer of cactus or succulent potting soil. Euphorbia tirucalli sticks on fire is best propagated from stem cuttings. Let the firestick cutting dry for a few days to callous over and plant in succulent soil.

It s easy to propagate a firestick plant using stem cuttings. Obtain a stem cutting and let it dry for a few days to a few weeks until it has formed a scab or callous on the cut end. Optional dip the cut end in rooting hormone. Often referred to as a cactus the plant is actually a succulent that presents new.

Choose a healthy young red pink or very light green stem with unblemished reddish or pinkish pencil like appendages. To propagate a pencil cactus put on gloves and goggles and snip off a healthy stem. The pot must be 2 to 3 inches wider and deeper than the plant s current pot and have drainage holes.