Layering is a method of asexual plant propagation where a stem or root is induced to form roots while still attached to the parent plant. It has the advantage of allowing the developing plant to receive water and nutrients from the parent through the connection. However, it takes more time than other propagation methods and fewer new plants can be produced from each parent plant. There are several types of layering including simple, air, compound, mound, and trench layering.

1. Asexual Propagation by
Layering
Original work from “Applied Technologies” edited and used
with permission by Dr. Teri Hamlin

2. Table of Contents
Introduction to Plant Propagation
Sexual Propagation
Asexual Propagation
Stem, Leaf, Cuttings
Layering
Separation & Division
Tissue Culture
Budding and Grafting

3. What is layering?
a method of asexual propagation in
which roots are formed on a stem or
root while it is still attached to the
parent plant
the stem or root which is rooted is
called a layer

4. Why use this method?
Some plants are propagated easiest
using this method.
Advantage
The plant being rooted benefits from
the resource of water and nutrients that
the mother plant provides.

5. Disadvantages:
Requires more time than other
methods of propagation
Fewer plants can be started from
each parent plant

6. Methods of Layering
Simple Layering
Air Layering
Compound Layering
Mound Layering
Trench Layering