Effect of Nodal Position, Cutting Length, and Root Retention on the Propagation of Golden Pothos
Year: 1988
Type: article
Abstract: Growth was reduced from leaf-bud golden pothos [ Epipremnum aureum (Linden & Audre) Bunt.] cuttings taken from an apical node with the most recent, fully expanded leaf. Days to first leaf unfolding increased as cuttings were taken more basipetally from the second apical node to node 14. Accelerated growth of the axillary shoot and increases in leaf number, stems length, leaf area, and shoot fresh weight were associated with cuttings from the apical nodes. Shoot growth was accelerated when cuttings had a 3-cm or longer internode below the nodes. Retaining a 6 to 8-mm section of the old aerial root on cuttings promoted axillary shoot growth.
Source: HortScience
Authors: Yin-Tung Wang, Carol A. Boogher
Institution: Texas A&M University
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,000
OpenAlex ID: W2280289673