Abstract
For Ranunculus asiaticus L., a tuberous root plant, the cutting propagation method has not been used. Therefore, we investigated the feasibility of applying the cutting propagation method to R. asiaticus L. and the effects of this method at three different air temperatures of 10°C, 15°C, and 20°C on rooting, growth, and flowering in rooted cuttings after setting in pots in a greenhouse. Root formation was observed at all temperatures. The total root length was greater at 20°C than at 10°C and 15°C. The first flowering date was earlier at 10°C and 15°C than at 20°C. However, no difference was observed in the weight of dried tuberous roots among the three temperatures. We conclude that the cutting propagation method is suitable for R. asiaticus L. The temperature during the cutting period affects root formation in the cutting, growth, and flowering stages of rooted cuttings after setting but does not affect the weight of dried tuberous roots.
