Pothos cuttings, from vine to roots

Gather a few simple things.

• Clean scissors
• Small jar or pot
• Fresh water or airy propagation mix

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.

1. Choose a healthy vine. Find a node and cut just beneath it; retain a leaf above the node.
2. Remove any leaf that would sit in water. Place the node in water while keeping the remaining leaf clear.
3. Give the cutting warm, bright indirect light. Refresh cloudy water and inspect the stem for soft areas.
4. Once several roots have developed, plant into a small draining pot. Keep the mix lightly moist during the transition.

Let roots set the pace.

Allow several weeks for roots; cooler or darker rooms can take longer. Judge readiness by roots, not a calendar.

A few things to watch.

A leaf without a stem node will not produce a new vine. Avoid submerged leaves and jars left in hot direct sun.

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.