How to Propagate Pouteria?
Pouteria can be propagated by sowing seeds, rooting cuttings, or occasionally by division. Key factors include warmth, humidity, and well-draining soil. With seeds, germination rates can vary, and they often require scarification or soaking. Cuttings should be taken with care to include a node and kept moist but not waterlogged. It's considered moderately difficult due to slow growth and sensitivity to conditions. Steps for cuttings propagation: 1) Select healthy, non-flowering shoots; 2) Cut a 4-6 inch piece just below a node; 3) Remove lower leaves; 4) Dip in rooting hormone; 5) Plant in a mix of perlite and peat; 6) Maintain high humidity and indirect light; 7) Transplant once rooted.