Gather a few simple things.
- Clean secateurs
- Gloves
- A stable jar or small draining pot
- Airy propagation medium
Choose your moment. Start with a healthy, actively growing parent. Spring and summer usually make establishment easier. In Australia, follow your local growing season and indoor conditions.
A new beginning, step by step.
- Identify a healthy stem node; an aerial root beside it can help identify the right area.
- Cut below the node using a clean blade. Keep a leaf and the node together; avoid taking an oversized top-heavy cutting.
- Root in water or a lightly moist, airy mix. Keep the leaf above water or soil and support the cutting so it stays upright.
- Move into a modest draining pot when a branched root system is established. Maintain even moisture initially, then return to checking the surface before watering.
Let roots set the pace.
Expect weeks rather than days. A new leaf can take longer than the first roots; warmth and light affect timing.
A few things to watch.
A petiole without a node is not a viable stem cutting. Constantly saturated mix can rot the stem; inspect any dark, soft tissue.
Use clean tools and keep cuttings away from curious pets. Wash hands after handling plant sap.
Method reference: Iowa State University Extension — Propagating Houseplants ↗. Our steps are an adaptation for this species; timing varies with your conditions.
A little home for new roots.
Start small: a snug nursery pot makes it easier to manage moisture. Design a cover pot to match once your new plant is established.
Make a pot for it ↗