Difference between Layering and Cutting
Difference between Layering and Cutting
Sr No | Layering | Cutting |
1 | Layering is performed on only branches of the plant | Cutting can be accomplished with by using branches, leaves, and roots. |
2 | plant parts are kept attached to the mother plant till the root formation takes place. | Plant parts are first detached from mother plant and are them induced to produce roots. |
3 | Layers are produced on the spot only and very few layers can be produced from plant. | Cutting can be taken easily from the plant and can be carried to long distance. More number of cutting can be prepared from a plant. |
4 | It is combursam and difficult requires techniques. | It is very easy and simple methods. |
5 | Those plants are difficult to root can be propagated by layerage. | Those plants are easier to root and are propagated by cuttage. |