Effects of rejuvenation on cutting propagation of Mediterranean shrub species

Abstract

Abstract: Two tests (April and August) on cutting propagation of seven Mediterranean shrub species (Arbutus unedo, Laurus nobilis, Myrtus communis, Olea europaea var. sylvestris, Phillyrea latifolia, Pistacia lentiscus and Viburnum tinus) were carried out to compare rooting percentage of cuttings from shoots of mature plants with those from rejuvenated plants (1.5-year rooted cuttings). Best rooting percentages were obtained by rejuvenated material. Rejuvenated Laurus nobilis, Myrtus communis, Olea europaea, Phillyrea latifolia and Viburnum tinus exhibited rooting percentages higher than 50%, whereas for Arbutus unedo, and Pistacia lentiscus the percentages were lower.