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Aeoniums originate from northern Africa
They produce succulent rosettes of waxy leaves, generally at the end of naked stems.
Depending on the plant, and species, the leaves can have attractive variegations.
Some clones of black leaved Aeonium are disinclined to branch.
In this case, sever off the top section and treat as a long cutting between 80mm and 300mm (3"-12") in length inserted 80mm (3") into gritty cactus compost.
n.b. Leave the cuttings a day or two to callus over before potting up.
They usually root in about 2 weeks.
Keep barely moist at a temperature of 18°C (64°F).
The stump usually regrows within a few weeks.
Week 23; Aeonium can be increased by shoot tip cuttings and/or leaf bud cuttings.
Trim off the top shoots and root them in pots containing a compost mix of 50% compost and 50% sharp sand.
If large numbers of cuttings are required, pull off individual leaves and insert them into pots, containing a similarly mixed compost.
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