propagation with cuttings

the simplest way of increasing achimenes is by leaf cuttings. sliver off one or more shoots and put them in a glass of water to root. this is best in a warm location, at temperatures upwards of 20 °c/68 °f. roots can then show after about 10 to 14 days.

like a lot of other gesneriads, members of the genus achimenes can increase with leaf cuttings. just separate the desired number of leaves and stick them into the substrate. i have used normal flower compost. this must be well dampened during the first four weeks, thereafter just evenly moist.

in order to increase the air dampness, you can place a freezer bag over the top of the pot. you must, however air the plants once a day. the ideal location to root the leaf cutting is light, but not in direct sunlight, at temperatures from 20 °c/68 °f.

the roots form at the end of the leaf stems.