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Once the roots have developed, gently remove the cuttings from the water and plant them in well-draining potting soil. Make sure the soil is not too compact, and water it lightly. You can continue to care for the plant as you would with any other snake plant, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Tips for Successful Propagation:
- Patience: Propagation can take time, especially with snake plants. It may take a few weeks to see significant root development.
- Water Quality: Using filtered or distilled water helps prevent mineral buildup, which can slow down the rooting process.
- Avoid Overwatering: Once you transplant the cuttings into soil, water sparingly, as snake plants don’t like to sit in moist soil for too long.
Benefits of Water Propagation:
- Easy to Monitor: When propagating in water, you can easily see the roots as they grow, which helps track progress.
- Cleaner: Water propagation tends to be cleaner and less messy compared to soil propagation.
Conclusion
Propagating a snake plant by leaf cuttings in water is an easy and effective way to grow new plants. With just a few steps, some patience, and regular water changes, you’ll soon have a healthy new snake plant ready to thrive in its new pot. Give it a try, and watch your plant collection grow!
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