3 EASY Ways To Propagate Your ZZ Plant!

[@MedievalMatt]

I got a ZZ from someone else who propagated it it back in May 2021 (7 months ago) It has produced new Rhizomes but no stem/leaf growth yet. Any tips on how to get it going, or is this normal?

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

That my friend is exactly why I made this video here - ZZ PLANT CONSPIRACY | The Great Propagation Con kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnK8fIOnoNuEoc0

[@laurieudall4159]

I've asked a couple of plant people (at local nurseries) why there's a small leaf sticking out half way at the base of my ZZ plant. No one explained like this video did, that it was propagated by a leaf, and that's the remainder of it. Wow! thanks for answering a question I've had ever since I purchased my 1st ZZ plant over a year ago!

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

It’s always those little curiosities that get the best of me too 😂 thank you so much for watching, I hope you have a great day and hope to hear from you again soon’

[@AraceaeFanatics]

Because at places like Home Depot, Lowe's, or Walmart and some small nurseries, the people working there aren't plant people. They don't know the answers to your questions. A lot of times, a vendor brings the plants in and they're just a barcode to those selling them. Sometimes they know the names, and often they're incorrect. So if you want to know something about the plants you're interested in, you need to find a local grower, or a large nursery where these plants come from.

[@crystalwarning3796]

I just want to thank you for the series on propagating ZZ plants. My favorite, most meaningful and longest living plant was getting far too large and unwieldy so I cut it and used your tips to grow new roots/bulbs. It worked! After three months I repotted it and it is doing great. Thanks again!

[@chocolatefudge5263]

My leaves have been in the water for about 3 weeks and nothing grew but good sign they drink water. Im happy to hear that it takes about 2 months. Thanks!

[@PilarSainz-t9c]

They take a long time but you’ll see roots and eventually rhizomes.

[@dorysmith7466]

Thanks! I just got a small ZZ, and a stem broke off in the car. Now, I have a nice little set of propagations in my window. I’m excited to see how it goes!

[@tiarasingh6517]

Update please

[@balconydove]

Thanks for mentioning to keep the water clean, I changed mine almost everyday because one of the containers kept having some white furry growth on the cutting edge. It really helps, the other container's ZZ plant has roots about 2cm now! 🥰 Took it a month, also I put a pothos cutting together with it because I read that helps speed up the process. Anyway thanks again for this video!! 👍

[@jopem100]

Great video I have a really big zz plant that is bursting out of its pot now I will try to separate it. Thank you for the info xxx 🌱🪴

[@AraceaeFanatics]

Enjoyed this video, thank you.

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

You’re welcome! Thanks so much for watching 😀

[@mylenemagpatoc8783]

Nice video and info about planting zz plant.

[@arianafadroski6789]

Epicccccc I can give my boyfriend a baby plant❤️ he gave me his cactus but he didn’t have enough light for it so I want to give him a plant that can live in his house 🥰

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

So sweet 🥹 these will do just fine in low light conditions 😃

[@EllieMoments]

Thanks for informative video. Zz is one of my favorite 😍

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

You’re welcome!! They are a really interesting plant when you get down to the actual structure and parts of the plant too. Thanks for tuning into the channel 🌿

[@KellyTom-n8y]

Thank you so much for sharing those brilliant tips! Watching from China,keep going

[@narutowebby]

Question, sorry if I missed it in the video: how long do I keep the soil moist after to transfer it to soil? I know they like to be dry but I have to keep it moist for a time so the roots can develop.

[@AraceaeFanatics]

Unfortunately your question wasn't answered when you asked it, and after a year I'd imagine you either had success or a failure. When transferring any plant from water to soil, it's best to water about every other day for the first week and a half to 2 weeks, depending on how well draining the soil is, the heat where the plant is, and the surrounding humidity. For anyone else who might have this question.

[@ExtreemeIndiaJOlene]

I took the entire stem with leaves on it,an I put in in water . I did that like five weeks ago it just started rooting.I think one leave at a time would have rooted much faster.

[@AK-706]

Thank u so much I’m going to prop out work plant (with permission) for my new born nephew! Who’s nic name is zz!!

[@MandiMomOf9Channel]

*Very nice 👌*

[@omribuch]

Thanks, is it the only aroid that can root from leaf?

[@tatianavanegas9832]

Can I propagate in soil and skip the water method?

[@gloriawood8457]

Can you use a young green leaf too.

[@jess_next_door]

I separated mine at the root and put it into soil immediately and it did just fine!! I left two in water for weeks now and they have also done just fine!! My own little at home experiment. I will try with just the leaves next!

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Good to hear!! Have fun with your next experiment :)

[@robinchwaaan3585]

Should i dry the leaves first after cutting, before putting it in a glass of water?

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

No need 🌱

[@Miss.ducharme]

Once they have roots whats the best soil for them ? Cactus and succulent or regular potting soil ? Thanks

[@jimlock999]

Succulent soil, they like good drainage

[@humbleloan]

Or potting mix but make sure to make it airy, so adding pumice/perlite if you’re just starting out! And make sure to keep the soil moist for roughly a week so that it the transition from water to soil is easier on them

[@carminepetracca7518]

hi, ripley. i always wanted to get a zz plant but never got around to it. you are restoring my interest. my doctor has one in his office for years and its growing with no window, only fluorescence lights. he gives it little care but its surviving. i think it would die if it saw the light of day. later, carmine p.

[@russellperdomo4972]

go ahead

[@rubberballmomma6826]

Very glad to know how easy this is done ,just bought this plant.Can you please tell me the name of plant large leafs over right shoulder at beginnig of video

[@CybernovaGames]

how long do you let your cuttings & leafs callous over for? and thanks so much for such an informative video :D

[@moeali7668]

A day or two

[@romeezydabreeze]

@@moeali7668 do you let it callous over if you dip it in rooting hormone?

[@andilicious]

Can you propagate the leaves in September-october? Or do I have to wait until next spring

[@shubhrabarjatya]

it's almost mid-September now. Can I still propagate it or should I wait until next year spring? I am in California.

[@micheleshuler2252]

Can they continue to grow in water if you leave them in after they root? Hydroponics?

[@hyasmindaclison3198]

Thanks for sharing 💕 it

[@marivicmacquarrie9468]

I have zz plant that I reputed into a bigger put but the leaf 🍃start turning yellow please I need some advice what to do thanks

[@plantymomma3980]

What do I do with the stem once I’ve taken all the leaves? Will it propagate as well and grow new leaves?

[@yafafarahdel4229]

Thanks so much for sharing ♥️♥️♥️

[@MandiModel]

Question... I rescued a ZZ sprout that was starting to rot from the "root". I cut the rot away and put it in some soil. Any thoughts or tips on how I can make sure it thrives?

[@mayac2266]

Leaves in my glass turn yellow and brown, any idea?

[@radhamaharjan7001]

I need to change water or not??

[@prakashmallathakury5680]

How many days does it take to form rhizome for leaf cutting

[@MichiganGardenGal]

Great video! Thanks for the information! 🌱💚 Happy planting😃

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

You bet! Thanks for tuning into the channel 🌿

[@LimaLima-bl4gs]

Thanks. Very helpful

[@vivalarica]

Excellent video! Very helpful, thanks

[@mehranashkanian2747]

Hi. Can I use rooting hormones after the leaves root in water and before planting them in the potting soil ?

[@anthonylewis62]

the zz plant, likes, bright light , they grow super slow in low light, so make sure you give them enough light, if you want them to grow

[@PhxDesertGal]

I was told at the store not to put it in the sunlight. They said my AZ room would be ok as it is shady all the time. Also it can take temps up to 90 but in the sun it can be over 120, It gets pretty hot in the AZ room at least 100 or more so I hope it survives.

[@Cechronicles]

Zz plants like shade, they’re naturally under trees.

[@izzie9526]

i had mine where I thought it was in the shade, turns out the sunlight hit one side of it directly in the evening, it's so lopsided lol

[@alexwood9941]

@@PhxDesertGal direct sunlight is very different from bright indirect light, there are many plants that can take and enjoy “bright light” but still get sunburnt by unblocked UV for an extended period of time, i.e. direct sunlight.

[@Orbt_]

My zz plant is huge in indirect low light.

[@sabu.ddavood2541]

Very Nice 👍

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Thank you!

[@somrajgayen8814]

Where you keep those leaves ?? In sunlight or at the corner of the room ??

[@look4keith]

What is that plant on the left side of the planter box? I have never seen that type of leaf.

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

I believe you may be referring to the ogre ear Jade?

[@look4keith]

@@ExpeditionHomestead It's to the left of that one. At 4:30, the plant on the far left.

[@rosatanner2624]

How you divide it from underneath the soil? It's not shown.

[@prakashmallathakury5680]

How many days does it take for new shoot ?

[@sibelizquierdo5226]

Can you propagate the leafless petiole after cutting the leaves off?

[@ishasinghal7561]

Do they develop the tubers?

[@MonicaMcIntyre-o7s]

I have one "stem" that ALWAYS turns yellow & dies. Never enough to pull out the root, tough or more rotten, the root never comes up. What's THAT?!

[@martinamason8674]

Thanks 👍

[@maryskilka7368]

Thx

[@JulitoBernales]

Nice demo to propagate this indoor plant...thanks

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

You’re welcome! Thanks for tuning into the channel 🌿

[@joymarissa3869]

You're amazing, tysm for this!

[@mohammadasghargarden640]

Beautiful 👆 🛎 1

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Thanks for watching! Look forward to hearing from you again soon

[@mimosveta]

what is faster, leaf or rachis cutting? and would raven be faster or slower than standard one?

[@simonjohnston9488]

Hello! Are the black varieties any slower or faster to root?

[@MiscellaneousMichelle]

Very informative video

[@saviolacollaco4826]

My ZZZ plant has dried up how can I save it. Please help.

[@haitammimoun9932]

Hello can you help me, it been 50 day and still no roots and the cuttings are still green what should i do

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

I've put together a PLAYLIST with all of my ZZ PLANT PROPAGATION videos for Everybody! 🌿- kzbin.info/aero/PLcFxCG5l58vnFuaEoW9zdZaXJ7I_GGu2G

[@Rkumar670]

Hi what type is required mate.

[@gfuller16]

why is zz plant infamous? Is it a pain to care for or something I'm missing? I don't have one but am researching info about it.

[@EdwardSwanFromTwilight]

It’s considered a “hard to kill” plant. Easy maintenance and can survive in low light conditions

[@gfuller16]

@@EdwardSwanFromTwilight Ah I see, so it's famous- like a good plant, not infamous.

[@swimbait1]

Ok I put 6 healthy zz plant leaves in water on October 17. It’s is now December 25 and there isn’t a single root on any of them. The leaf method does not work.

[@baileyworme2289]

I have a question.. i have a large zz plant and some of the inside new shoots are going yellow, is that because i am over watering it or could it be there isnt enough room for them to continue to grow, therefore dying?

[@msfaridahamzah6266]

i have some problem with you. :( need the answer🙏

[@krysram1535]

Over watering !!! These don't need alot of water your suppose to water yours once a month but depending if its indoors or outdoors and where you have it I have my hanging in my wall away from light but it does get maybe 3 hours of.light at night time from my ceiling light so I hardly water mines and its THRIVING CRAZY

[@sbhakhankhan9638]

nice enformeshion 😃

[@Tarmantarmant]

Nice video....

[@racp9mm419]

Room temps ok?

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Really should be above 80 Fahrenheit but for real who’s house is that warm? Almost nobody. Growing in a warm greenhouse would definitely give the best results.

[@soggynoodle3015]

I have a question.. If I cut a leaf or a stem of zz plant will the cut part of the plant grow again?

[@jaysonbiana1402]

No, it will not grow back.

[@jethrokho9310]

what will you do if you see rots?

[@lovenature8989]

Great video! Will the stem that you took the cuttings from eventually die out or will it grow back? what is faster, leaf or rachis cutting? and would raven be faster or slower than standard one?

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Thank you! The cut stem will just sit there and hand out, have never had them die back or continue growing, if that makes any sense! Rhizome cuttings are the best, leaf cuttings are extremely slow. Raven should be the same as the rest :) thanks so much for watching!

[@lovenature8989]

@@ExpeditionHomestead THANKS FOR REPLY

[@naveenneeharika2196]

Hey,I am always failing in the propogation😐,the leaves and petole are getting rotten

[@PhxDesertGal]

could you have just taken this piece you cut off and stuck it in water or soil instead of dissecting it into smaller pieces? Would that piece then root?

[@ninalevison6865]

also curious about this. I have a zz plant with thinner stems and leave only on the top half, I just want to cut the top half with the leaves as a full cutting

[@ristybiason5728]

Why Black ZZ (Zamioculcas Zamiifolia) Plant still expensive in the Philippines and seldom to find as well? Any thoughts about it and where can I find the cheapest of it? Thanks in advance.

[@narutowebby]

It’s a new variety that only certain nurseries can grow. So that’s why it can be expensive. I want one so bad so I feel your pain!!!

[@ristybiason5728]

@@narutowebby I am still eager to have one here in the Philippines. Actually, I have found one Black ZZ with 4 little tiny leaves costing ₱900.00, and that price was so ridiculous/hilarious for me the fact that I have not expected that price much, the 4 tiny leaves as well. Thanks for your reply. Stay safe always!

[@narutowebby]

@@ristybiason5728 internet sellers MIGHT be cheaper for you? I might also just buy one on the internet too. I’ve seen people also say IKEA or Walmart sells them for $9.99 when they have them!!! I know shipping can be expensive though! I guess we can always be more patient 😭

[@israeldaley7575]

How long should i put the leaves on water? Is it 2months until it has roots on it?

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Mine took a very long time, you can find the entire playlist of growing zz cuttings in my channel 🌿

[@yannetbeltran6162]

My leaves rotted , I don’t what went wrong. I changed the water

[@diediedice]

How much water did you put in? You only need a little bit, so the leaves aren't "flooded", they also need enough sunlight :)

[@haicelimoule3316]

Once you take the leaves off the "stem", do they regrow or is the stem good as useless when you take all the leaves off? Great video by the way. Thank you! :)

[@sunshinecarnivores1919]

Found a broken off stem of a ZZ plant at Home Depot. Put the leaves in water to propagate them. It's the waiting part I don't like.

[@mickeereyes2365]

Is there a limit of how many leaves in a cup

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Nahh! I’d say fill er up! Sorry….. a little late haha

[@mlalch7026]

Mine cutting didnt develop any roots, simply became yellow .

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Can you give me more details about you’re care/soil/sunlight? I will try to determine what you did wrong

[@mlalch7026]

@@ExpeditionHomestead I placed them in plenty of water which i placed behind my monitor in my desk , indirect light and lights all around it and I change the water every two days . The transplants were huge . Very big when I cut them.

[@boi1der21]

"usually about 2 months until they're ready to be planted in soil" mis huevos i've had mine for a year and a half in water and it took FOREVER to even show a tiny itty bitty root

[@keithsteinberg1102]

I've had the same problem, apparently the tap water in my area is horrible, so I just started using rain water mixed with old water from my aquarium and it started growing like crazy! Also we've got the same name :D

[@billastell3753]

I accidentally broke off a leaf so I popped it in a bottle of water and forgot it. 3 months later it had a small root and within a month 3 roots so I potted it up. Seemed too easy.

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Almost foolproof but not patience proof haha

[@rclee2461]

But why my parts in the water of the cuts rotten ?

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

too much sunlight or not enough water changes, its also possible that whatever you cut it with could have introduced disease. How long have they been in the water?

[@pixiefire7087]

:) thank you for sharing. I have been wanting more zz plants but prefer to propegate from my own plant babies (:

[@amandastringfellow1716]

When the ZZ plant leaves or stems (depending on method used) are ready to add to a pot, should you pot multiple leaves/stems together in one pot for a fuller zz plant, or would it be too over-crowded with multiple zz plants growing in one pot? Or is just one leaf/stem per pot enough for a full, bushy zz plant? Thanks!

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Depends on how big your pit is and how quickly you want it to fill up. I would suggest 3 for an 8--12" pot. You can always thin out later if needed 🌿

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

I do have a video coming out this fall about this exact topic so stay tuned! :)

[@amandastringfellow1716]

Wisconsin Wonder Garden thank you - what does the fully grown plant look like when you use just one leaf cutting in a pot? Does it look like a normal zz plant you can buy in stores or less full? I can’t find this info anywhere!!! Been searching all evening, thanks!

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

You can actually see in the video thats exactly how they propagated this plant at the nursery. they took a cutting and planted it in the soil.

[@frostflower5555]

I've cut leaves in half and stuck them in the soil. Some will actually root and grow babies. What do you think of this method?

[@MJ_247]

What plant did you do that with? Did you cut the leaves horizontal or vertical? I didn’t know you could do that, it sounds really interesting and I think I’ll try it.

[@tiffanygrace71626]

Hello. Awesome video. Thank you. Quick question....when you cut the "stem" and or take leaves off...do new ones come back in?

[@lucastozi-rodriguez7451]

great video! Will the stem that you took the cuttings from eventually die out or will it grow back?

[@Nelianabu]

Yes it will continue to grow from the original stem

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Mine has just stuck where I cut it. More shoots have grown up from the tuber but no new growth from the stem up to this point

[@deejeff8846]

No it doesn’t continue to grow where it was cut

[@crushitalice2038]

What is the best soil? Yours looked like fluffy dry peat moss or coco coir.

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Coco coir, peat moss, soil at a 1:1:1 ratio works great and if you have some drainage issues you can add some sand as well

[@Fatima-qx6uw]

I have this plant in water for 20 days..... But not a single root come out...... What am I don't wrong?

[@harriettmorris3206]

It takes about 2 months before you see anything I but my Leaves in Coco peat It took 2 months before I saw the roots I placed in a Sunny Eastern window moisten the soil every 3 days. They are ready for a pot.

[@Thanganat]

you cut zz but what about the stamp left in previous pot. will zz grow from there

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

Yes, new shoots will continue to grow from the original stem

[@ashleypidal]

@@ExpeditionHomestead I only have stumps left. Should I repot those stumps? They don't grow at all

[@febrarium]

Thanks! ♥️

[@DidikPurnomo-hd9hu]

Why is it infamous ?

[@agnieszkawachowicz3063]

Liście mi zawsze gniją podziwiam osoby które umieją z liści zrobić sadzonki

[@cjpaquette2192]

“Infamous” means famous for a negative reason. Why are ZZ plants infamous???

[@knkaitlog]

infamous for not dying

[@fdthng]

They're pretty racist

[@notyourfriend5899]

Ive actually read that this plant is very difficult to propagate. Has anyone had any luck?

[@hasleyjoykluba1265]

I bought a zz plant from nursery,chose the one where it has more mature stems. Brought home and straightaway separated from the rhizomes and got 3 sets out of one. 2 had success (haven't watered both since December) as I got the 3rd set rotten roots and got scared to water the other 2. They have new growth since and they are on my hallway with zero lights. I figured they really don't like any attention. Also the other one that root rot. I cut the rotten roots and placed it in water thinking I won't loose anything for trying. I have new roots now and ready to be back in soil.

[@DelightfulDissident]

@@hasleyjoykluba1265 How do you know when to water them? I have the same problem with snake plants. I've resulted to the touch test I get to know what they feel like the day after watering, how firm it is, and check their water level by touching the foliage because as we know the soil can be dry, but the plant is full, and watering them will cause rot.

[@nhitruong6204]

I've tried this method nothing is working 😭😭

[@4u25out]

Easy to propagate,but very slow growing...mine is about this size here,takes about 2years.

[@mmj1342]

They seem really hardy and easy. Why are they "infamous"???

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

M MJ follow my ZZ Plant propagation playlist all the way through and you will understand 😉

[@mmj1342]

@@ExpeditionHomestead Well you really took an unexpected turn in that last conspiracy video! I just planted a couple of zz cuttings and two single leaves (rather than throwing them in the trash) in the same pot as the mother plant. I look forward to watching them grow in the next 1-3 years! btw, I grew up in Appleton, so it's nice to see a Wisconsin gardener vid where I live now in Philadelphia. Great vids, thanks!

[@aggiekromah6254]

👏👏👏🙏🏿❤️

[@angeliquedevosd416]

Unless you have fun to do it. Cheaper to buy small plants 🪴in most Vietnamese flowers 💐shops they sale for a lot cheaper than nurseries.

[@ExpeditionHomestead]

These darn things just take ssoooooo long to grow, that’s the biggest issue