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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