False Aralia (Dizygotheca) Propagation: High-Humidity Soil Method

Cyn's 15-year, 4.5-ft false aralia (3.5 ft stem). Cut back hard, got 6–7 beautiful cuttings in water (8/20/07). Experience says they'll fade in a week.

Why Water Fails

• Thin leaves transpire heavily.
• Stems can't absorb enough water until roots develop.
• Leaves drop before roots form.

Successful Method

1. Short tip cuttings (4–6 leaves each).
2. Insert in damp potting mix.
3. Enclose pot + cuttings in clear plastic bag (blow up, seal).
4. ~1 month, then gradually open bag over a week.

Complex but necessary for false aralia.