Under normal conditions, cycads typically grow as single-headed plants. However, with the right techniques, it is possible to cultivate long cycads that develop multiple heads over time. There are several effective methods for achieving this goal.
The first method involves preparing the plant before spring growth begins. Select a mature sago palm with a stem diameter of 8 to 10 centimeters. Carefully remove all the leaves and make a clean cut from the side (not directly in the center) using a sharp knife, being careful not to damage the central pith. After cutting, place the plant in its original pot and withhold water for about 4 to 5 days. Gently loosen the soil around the roots, carefully spread out the roots attached to the two sepals, and trim any weak or damaged roots. Place the plant flat on top of a shallow container. By late spring, new pups will begin to sprout from the top of the sepals, gradually developing into new leaves. By the third year, each pup will have grown into a small trunk, forming the base of a long cycad. Since cycads naturally grow upward, even if the pups appear on the sides, they will eventually grow straight up, creating a tall, multi-headed structure.
The second method focuses on cutting the top of the pith. Before spring growth, remove all the leaves and use a sharp knife to make a shallow cut at the top of the pith, about one-third of the way down. This helps stimulate new growth. After this, maintain normal care but avoid overwatering. In the second year, although no new leaves may appear, the dry stem will start to swell and form a ball-like structure. By the third year, a cluster of new leaves will emerge from the top, and each group of leaves will produce a "cub" shell that grows outward from the center. Eventually, these shells will fall off, allowing the plant to develop into multiple heads.
The third and simplest method involves selecting a cycad with 3 to 4 existing pups, regardless of their size. Remove all the leaves and plant the pups upright and horizontally in a shallow container or directly in the ground, ensuring the base faces the sun. By the following spring, the top of the plant will produce 4 to 6 new leaves, while the pups will also grow additional leaflets, gradually increasing in length and height. Over time, this process creates a multi-headed cycad that can grow both upward and outward, forming a well-balanced, long-structured plant. This method is ideal for beginners, as it only requires a cycad with at least 3 to 4 pups and proper planting conditions.
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