--- product_id: 5404316 title: "Hormex Rooting Powder #8 - For Moderately Difficult to Root Woody Plants" price: "R669" currency: ZAR in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5404316-hormex-rooting-powder-8-for-moderately-difficult-to-root-woody store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 0.80% IBA for potent root stimulation Versatile for semi-hardwood & woody cuttings Accelerates rooting in 2-3 weeks Hormex Rooting Powder #8 - For Moderately Difficult to Root Woody Plants **Price:** R669 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Root like a pro, grow like a legend! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hormex Rooting Powder #8 - For Moderately Difficult to Root Woody Plants - **How much does it cost?** R669 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5404316-hormex-rooting-powder-8-for-moderately-difficult-to-root-woody) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Natural & Clean Formula:** No alcohol, dyes, or preservatives—safe for edible plants and peace of mind for eco-conscious gardeners. - • **Turbocharge Root Growth:** 0.80% Indole-3-Butyric Acid (IBA) formula ensures rapid, reliable root development for semi-hardwood plants and trees. - • **Effortless Cloning Success:** Simple 3-8” stem prep with powder coating guarantees stronger, healthier starts and faster transplant readiness. - • **Universal Propagation Power:** Works seamlessly across mediums—soil, coco coir, peat moss, hydroponics—perfect for diverse gardening styles. - • **Trusted Legacy, Proven Results:** 65+ years of professional-grade formulation, proudly made in the USA, trusted by expert growers worldwide. ## Overview Hormex Rooting Powder #8 is a high-strength (0.80% IBA) rooting hormone powder designed specifically for semi-hardwood and woody plant cuttings. It accelerates root development across multiple growing mediums, ensuring faster, healthier propagation for trees, shrubs, and medicinal plants. Trusted by gardeners and professionals for over 65 years, this clean, USA-made formula supports robust root systems without harmful additives, making it the go-to choice for serious plant cloning and propagation success. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00A2YJ2V2 | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,045 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #55 in Garden Fertilizers | | Brand | Hormex | | Brand Name | Hormex | | Coverage | Hormex #8: Semi-Hardwood Plants, Medicinal and Tree Cuttings. - See Plant List in Product Photos | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 8,232 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00073906024043 | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Type Name | Hormex Plant Rooting Powder #8 - Clone Moderately Difficult to Root Pl | | Item Weight | 0.02 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Maia Products, Inc. | | Model Number | SD013408 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Part Number | HCSND8 | | Specific Uses For Product | Rooting Hormone for Cloning Plants | Root Starter for Plant Cuttings | Propagation | Root Development Specific Uses For Product Rooting Hormone for Cloning Plants | Root Starter for Plant Cuttings | Propagation | Root Development See more | | Target Species | Plants | | UPC | 860011160328 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Hormex - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00073906024043 - **Item Form:** Powder - **Item Weight:** 0.02 Pounds ## Images ![Hormex Rooting Powder #8 - For Moderately Difficult to Root Woody Plants - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71evcNXAA2L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Description says "snip'n dip 8 .75 ounce packets", but the picture shows "hormex rooting powder #3" what is it the #8 or #3 powder & in a bottle?** A: There are different numbers to the powders based on how hard it is to root plants. You have to select the powder that best suits the need of the plant you're trying to root. If you look in the pictures there is a chart listing what number you need for different plants. Once you've established which number you need you have to select from the different options when powder you want. **Q: I’m a novice. Is this “ organic”? Or used by organic farmers/ growers?vs associated with potential environmental or human health problems? Thank you.** A: I use these products and I am an organic gardener. When I looked into this was a lot better then some of the other cloning/rooting products. Such as the ones for cloning cannabis. Depending on the type of plant you are cloning you may not even need to use anything. **Q: If i buy #16 for very hard to root plants, will it also work on easy to root plants? iow can you use the high strength, 8, 16 and have success no matt** A: The brochures that came with the product (#16) says you can go to hormex.com/plantist As for me. I have tried five times to get roots to start of on some woody stemmed plants (cannabis) & the 1st 4 failed. I took 4 cuttings from 4 different plants & put #16 on 2, #3 on1 & none on 1 Always uncovered in & or near a South window 1st Fail; Used moisture control potting mix(2wks), 2nd F. =perlite,(2wks) 3rd F. i sterilzed potting mix(3wks), 4th F. City tap water in individual jars & rotated a bubbler.(3-4wks). Succeeded when i moved away from window & used a 10"deep plastic tub filled 1/3 with tap water, an air bubbler & 2 CFL light bulbs in cheap heatlamp fixtures. After 1wk. all had 1/2-2" roots. After 2wks. all had 1 1/2-4" roots.. With or without rooting hormone, although the ones with the #16 do seem to be doing better on these woody plants. I've been propagating VIA stem cuttings for 50yrs. & have always had very good luck with any opaque container, just keep it covered in a bright area. BUT NO DIRECT SUN!! Also usually best NOT to use soil (unless sterilzed ), Perlite or sand seem to work best for me, Even if its dirty sand. **Q: Can i use (hormex rooting powder number 8 difficult to propagate plants) for shoot (date palm) and lemon or there is any other hormone is the best ?** A: I am not familiar with those woods. If they are fibrous and hard, woody....then it might be the right one. It is the highest concentration that I currently use.If they are softer, green shoots, like vegetable stalks, then you may need one that is less concentrated. The active ingredient is indole 3 butyric acid. I have concentrations from .1% to .8%. Hormex #16, #30 and #45 are all progressively stronger. #45 is the strongest. Hardwoods will need the stronger ones, semi-woody will use the #8 or #16, while soft stems will use the less concentrated like #1 or #3. I use #8 because it is good for most plants that I work with. Hormex is the best product I have used, it is very successful. Good luck, I hope it works for your cuttings ! :-) ## Frequently Bought Together - Hormex Rooting Powder #8 (0.80 IBA) - Rooting Hormone for Semi-Hardwood Houseplants, Medicinal and Tree Cuttings - Plant Root Stimulator for Cloning - Strong Roots for Maximum Propagation Success - [Upgraded] 9Pcs Tree Root Growing Box with Drain Holes, Half Transparent Plant Rooting Propagation Ball & Metal Core Twist Ties, for Fast Propagation Plants (Size M) - Bonide Bontone II Rooting Powder, 1.25 oz Ready-to-Use Dust for Houseplants and Transplants Speeds Root Development --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5404316-hormex-rooting-powder-8-for-moderately-difficult-to-root-woody](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/5404316-hormex-rooting-powder-8-for-moderately-difficult-to-root-woody) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-06-08*