The Aukube is known for its leathery leaves, which depending on the variety can have fine markings. If you like a copy of your choice, you can try to multiply it. Read how it works below!

Aukuben can be propagated e.g. by cuttings

Propagation by cuttings: The simplest method

Propagation via cuttings has proven particularly effective. They should be cut in spring (February) or summer (August). Cut them to a length of 10 to 15 cm! Now the lower leaves are removed.

This is how it goes on:

  • Fill the pot with potting soil
  • Put one cutting per pot in the ground
  • moisten the substrate
  • put on a plastic bag
  • place in a warm, shady place at 20 to 21 °C
  • take root easily
  • when a new shoot is visible, remove the plastic cap and water

Use sinkers to propagate

The best time to tackle the propagation of sinkers is in summer. How to proceed:

  • dig a furrow in the ground
  • choose a long shoot
  • bend down to the bottom and place in the furrow
  • Place a stone on the shoot about 15 cm from the tip of the shoot
  • the tip of the shoot should point up and out of the ground
  • keep soil moistured

After the new shoot of the poisonous Aukube is rooted, it can be cut off from the mother plant. He is now in a pot and should be overwintered frost-free. Next spring it can be put outside.

Choosing a location for the newcomers

Aukuben are usually kept as indoor plants because they are not very frost tolerant. In the apartment you should choose a bright place for this plant. The location should not be where the midday sun falls on the plants. They don't like direct sunlight.

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Furthermore, the Aukube can be multiplied by division and sowing. However, these methods are rarely implemented because they are less promising.

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