Characteristic of sexual reproduction (think of asexual)
Gametes produced. Fertilisation takes place. Genetic variation in offspring
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Characteristic of Asexual reproduction (think of sexual)
No gametes, no fertilisation, no genetic variation
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What is asexual reproduction
Involves parts of a plant to grow and break away from the parent plant before developing into a new plant
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Examples of asexual reproduction in plants
Runners, Tubers (potatos), Bulbs
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Steps of plant cutting (1)
Use a clean scalpel to cut off the shoot at a length about 3-5 inches. Remove lower leaves and scales at leaf stalk base leave at least 2. Dip the base into root hormone powder
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Steps of plant cutting (2)
Add compost or peat based compost to plant pot. Make a small hole in the compost. Insert cuttings with care. Water the cutting. Place in warm spot
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