How do you propagate this plant? Has anyone successfully ...
6ft to light, indirect
2” pot without drainage
Last watered 2 months ago
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@Greenbeauty I have not done much propagating I‘m usually too impatient!
Here are some methods:
Method 1: Water Propagation
Take Cuttings: Snip a healthy stem (4-6 inches) just below a leaf node, removing lower leaves.
Prepare: Dip the cut end in rooting hormone (optional, but helpful).
Place in Water: Put cuttings in a glass of water, ensuring only the bare stem (nodes) is submerged, not leaves.
Location: Place in bright, indirect light.
Maintain: Change water weekly to keep it fresh and prevent algae.
Potting: Once roots are 2 inches long (a few weeks to months), plant in a well-draining mix (potting soil + perlite/pumice).
Method 2: Soil Propagation
Take Cuttings: Same as above, use a 4-6 inch stem cutting with lower leaves removed.
Prepare: Dip end in rooting hormone.
Plant: Insert into moist, well-draining potting mix (peat/perlite blend is great).
Create Humidity: Cover the pot with a clear plastic bag to create a mini-greenhouse.
Location: Keep in bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun.
Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, misting the inside of the bag if needed.
Check Roots: Gently tug after 4-6 weeks; resistance means roots have formed.
Tips for Success
Clean Tools: Sterilize clippers to prevent disease.
Patience: Roots can take time to develop.
Avoid Overwatering: This is a common reason for failure in soil.
Here are some methods:
Method 1: Water Propagation
Take Cuttings: Snip a healthy stem (4-6 inches) just below a leaf node, removing lower leaves.
Prepare: Dip the cut end in rooting hormone (optional, but helpful).
Place in Water: Put cuttings in a glass of water, ensuring only the bare stem (nodes) is submerged, not leaves.
Location: Place in bright, indirect light.
Maintain: Change water weekly to keep it fresh and prevent algae.
Potting: Once roots are 2 inches long (a few weeks to months), plant in a well-draining mix (potting soil + perlite/pumice).
Method 2: Soil Propagation
Take Cuttings: Same as above, use a 4-6 inch stem cutting with lower leaves removed.
Prepare: Dip end in rooting hormone.
Plant: Insert into moist, well-draining potting mix (peat/perlite blend is great).
Create Humidity: Cover the pot with a clear plastic bag to create a mini-greenhouse.
Location: Keep in bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun.
Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, misting the inside of the bag if needed.
Check Roots: Gently tug after 4-6 weeks; resistance means roots have formed.
Tips for Success
Clean Tools: Sterilize clippers to prevent disease.
Patience: Roots can take time to develop.
Avoid Overwatering: This is a common reason for failure in soil.
