Secrets to Snake Plant Propagation! How to Propagate Sansevieria

All about snake plant propagation! In this post I discuss the 3 main methods of propagating Sansevieria (also known as Snake Plant or Mother in Law's tongue). I introduce all 3 methods, but go into detail on water propagation. Hope you enjoy!
Here are the extra links to my blog posts that I mentioned in the video that you can refer to for additional information:
My Sansevieria water propagation by leaf segments blog post:
www.ohiotropics.com/2019/09/1...
My Sansevieria soil propagation blog post by leaf segments blog post:
www.ohiotropics.com/2019/07/0...
My general Sansevieria care blog post:
www.ohiotropics.com/2019/02/2...

[@nikkiasaro2965]

Well I'm back a few months later and I have roots. Thank you so much! Sent my mom your video too she's going to propagate some of hers.

[@OhioTropics]

So happy to hear that! Thanks for your update :-)

[@Drizzleswag]

Did you end up repotting those in soil?

[@hansmalgapu2042]

Many thanks for this, and I truly appreciate seeing the bloopers! Here's to more videos from you!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video :-)

[@davidthomas8406]

Excellent video! Thanks for the comparison of the three propagation techniques. Well done!

[@OhioTropics]

Thank you, and glad you enjoyed it David!

[@denisseg4167]

Thank you for your video, I stuck a shoot in my fish tank when we were moving the pots in for Xmas [2021] to hold it in water somewhere and grew roots in 2 weeks. I believe the nutrients in the soil or water will definitely make a difference

[@OhioTropics]

That's great news! I would attempt that as well if I had an aquarium! You're definitely doing really well with roots appearing in 2 weeks!

[@WolvenDance]

Thank you! This has been a huge help as I just discovered my S. kirkii I had recently gotten had rotted at the base and now I'm desperately trying to save what I can! Fortunately, the leaves are still healthy. I've never propagated sansies by anything other than root division, so I'm super nervous--especially since I've wanted a kirkii for some time and now this calamity! This video has truly dispelled some of my concerns. Thank you so very much!

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!!! Keep me posted, and I wish you success in your propagation!

[@Crystal020186]

I'm going to need you to upload more videos 😂 I've binged most of them. 👌🏻

[@OhioTropics]

I'm thrilled that you like them! I'm going to try and upload more in 2020 and have more of a regular schedule! Two videos will be coming very shortly so click on the bell to be notified if you haven't done so already :-)

[@nobleexaltedjoy]

I prefer water propagation. I like to watch the roots grow. I've had some cuttings root in 2 weeks. I didn't expect that. No joke on an upside down cutting not rooting! I had a few cuttings in water, all rooted in a few weeks except one. I put the other end in the water and it sprouted after a week. I like your idea of cutting a V shape on the end. There's no mistake on which end goes in the water.

[@OhioTropics]

I prefer water propagation as well! Soil takes SO long! Both work though and have pros and cons.

[@Ka-um7kc]

I put mine in water a week ago and i cant remember if they're upside down. Any way to find out or just look at the texture? And how long do i have to revert this? Thanks!

[@hiu-tingpoh7625]

Thank you!💛 Just started the propagation🥰

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@kellsbellls]

Thank you! I over watered mine and as I was re potting some just fell off and I’m so happy I can save them!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad I could help!

[@michaelamakayla8438]

Not gonna lie I thought you were the guy from the Big Bang theory! 😂💀💯

[@OhioTropics]

LOL

[@PrivacyDefend]

😂

[@yeseniasalazar3097]

I’m new to propagating plants, your videos have been so helpful!!!

[@OhioTropics]

I'm so glad! :-)

[@GardenTronics]

Inspiring me to root some as well. Thank you! 👍🏼💕🌿

[@OhioTropics]

You're welcome! You should give it a shot. It's fun, but just have patience. It takes forever! :-)

[@LynMonton]

Excellent point about the way you have to plant it. I had to remember how I cut it. Thanks for that

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it was helpful!

[@melanieballard110]

I agree. Seeing this I immediately realized why some of my cuttings grew roots and some didn’t 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@user-bg7uc4qq5y]

Great video and blog post, you're right about there being a lot of misinformation around, almost everyone online tells you to keep these in the shade but I live on the very south coast of the UK with a south facing window and my plants absolutely boomed in the heatwave we had last summer they would have got even bigger but I was away in Germany for 6 weeks and could tell they were thirsty when I got back, but much much bigger.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the post! They definitely do much better with higher light ☀️

[@patpatalano1736]

I like your style, and knowledge. thank you

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome and I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@mrstefansgreens]

what a great video! I love sansevierias!

[@OhioTropics]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@agnesj3731]

Thanks for good info I'll try~^^ cutting shape is so impressive !

[@OhioTropics]

You're welcome!

[@chenkuting]

cool love it!! i will do this dear

[@michaelamakayla8438]

Also thanks so much this was very helpful and I’m still waiting for my 4 cuttings to grow but nothing yet but still nice and green and not rotten.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome, and good luck!

[@rrchannel1065]

I ❤️ your videos keep them coming😊

[@OhioTropics]

Thank you! Will do!

[@tarheelfans98]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Mimi2Two]

Very informative as I have 3 pots that need to be reduced in size and ultimately propagated. Thank you.

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@sarahtco3230]

I just got some cuttings from my vets office their plants were dry and waiting Puggo needs to go back in a few days I'm going to try n bring them home to rejuvenate them and maybe just give back smaller more manageable planes they seem a little busy. Hopefully they'll let me swap them out for some Christmas cactus until I can get them looking pretty again there vet lady didn't even act like she wanted them so there's CHANCE!!! The cuttings are in a charge glad that I use for my water propspital and they parked up overnight soim thinking it'll need successful I only start seeds, props, cuttings with water that's been left out at least overnight to dechlorinate a little and germinate seeds in unbleached cardboard, blue shop towel, toilet paper roll. EVERYTHING germinates stringer and faster without chlorine in it's life!! Much love to all and many blessings thank you for the video! 🙏💕💫✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed the video!!! :-)

[@Patricia-uu6wo]

All this is is figure it out and observe when he said about putting Clips on it to hold it up from the bottom I thought about another way you could put a piece of tape on it👍🏽👍🏽

[@171111]

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[@ca2080]

Thanks for the step by step tips ! Hope my snake plant grows roots!

[@OhioTropics]

Good luck!

[@SuperAverye]

Helpful! Thank you very much!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad it helped!

[@FantasticMONSTARR]

Omg I’m from Ohio too! And starting my plant journey 🌱

[@OhioTropics]

Welcome Catherine! I hope you enjoy my videos :-) I'm going to be making regular videos soon and shooting for weekly.

[@HollieAndApollo]

Thank you!!! Subscribed! ❤

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@ThePrinkB]

I had planted a pice of my plant that had broken off into some soil. I thought it wasn't doing anything so I went to put it in some water, then I noticed it had some pups already. Can I still leave it in the water at this point or should I put it back into the soil? I just liked the look of it in water. Thanks!

[@OhioTropics]

I like watching the pups form myself! You can do either!

[@richasharma9777]

Thanks so much!! 🙏

[@OhioTropics]

You're very welcome!

[@veroniquedufresne3758]

Hi! Thanks for your video. My snake plant looks exactly like yours in the video (no yellow on the sides). I notice that the leaves are really tall and skinny. Is this normal?

[@OhioTropics]

The newly propagated pups will generally be like that. They should grow more with good care :-)

[@mariepatterson7804]

Thanks for explaining why you cut in plant

[@OhioTropics]

My pleasure!

[@RAZASHARP]

great video!!! thank you!

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@RAZASHARP]

@@OhioTropics YES..i propagated my plant 6 months ago..but seemingly no visible new growth..is that normal?

[@stefanstefanovic7272]

I just finished with mine propagation snake plants... 😀

[@OhioTropics]

Good luck!

[@taceldi]

What happens to the top blunted edges of the cuttings? Will they grow back into a pointy shape?

[@OhioTropics]

No they will not. But each leaf cutting produces pups and those are the ones that will grow. You can cut the cuttings off, or separate the pups and only plant the pups.

[@nicoleglivar6789]

Question - do you have to cut the leaves into smaller portions?? I cut my leaves off bc the roots were destroyed from root rot, but they’re longer leaves so not sure if I should make them into smaller pieces??

[@OhioTropics]

Hi Nicole! You don't have to cut the leaves into smaller pieces, but it will give you a lot more pups if you do :-).

[@arlen3070]

Ive watched your other video on propagating snake pkant. Im curious do i need to dry it out first for a couple of days before putting it into the water? Or just dump all the fresh cuttings right away into the water? Thank u.

[@OhioTropics]

I've had success both ways, but it is safer if you let them dry out for a couple days first!

[@arlen3070]

@@OhioTropics 😍thank u for the info. Im waiting for your advice hahaha before il cut n propagate them. 😆😆😆 will update on how it goes hahaha.

[@msneedegirl418]

Will the leave cutting directions work for the birds nest snake plant version?

[@OhioTropics]

Yes, you would need to have that for any snake plant propagation by leaf cutting to work.

[@simplyb.8959]

Thank you!!

[@OhioTropics]

You're welcome!

[@HilalAllesgoe]

hiii, thanks for making the video!!!! i have a question: i tried the water propegation for the first. time. did everything like you said but my leaves are rotting? any tips? thank you so much :))

[@OhioTropics]

Have you seen my follow up video? It may help and I describe why rotting sometimes occurs. Here you go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHS6anWalNWamNk&lc=UgyeVxZfoFu_8yxnvU94AaABAg

[@HilalAllesgoe]

@@OhioTropics thank you so much!!! i try it again this time :)))

[@dellafreshour7642]

I did some leaf cuttings in soil. All rotted but one. It has.roots but no pups. Its been about 9 months. I keep the spoil somewhat moist. Is there something else i can do? The cutting seems healthy. Ive also heard about putting a bag over it at night? Would that help?

[@OhioTropics]

just give it more time. I would not do the bag. Are you giving it enough light? Is it right in front of a window? A bright, warm place will give fastest results.

[@StubbsXombie]

Once the roots start growing, i assume you can plant it in soil?

[@OhioTropics]

Yes you can place them into soil now if you'd like!

[@tenzinminkyi5680]

Mine is in the water 💦 n it’s been few months not getting the roots at all. I should try the techniques of keeping upside down.

[@OhioTropics]

It can take a really long time! Maybe give the more light, and as long as they're not rotting, just keep being patient. It will root at some point :-)

[@nmpyt_07]

I need help! I am hoping you can! I have 2 snake plants! I took them outside to get “sun” but it was HOT!!!! When I went back to get them some leaves were dropped😭😭 I let them for a day and a few more started getting weak ... so I cut the leaves 😭😭 now my whole plant looks sad! What do I do? Should I leave them alone? Or should I repot them? Should I separate the good ones from the not so good ones and repot the nice ones???😭

[@OhioTropics]

You have to really be careful anytime you move plants from indoors to outdoors. You have to acclimate them to stronger light (even plants that DO like sun!). Otherwise they will burn. Please read this blog post: www.ohiotropics.com/2019/04/18/the-absolute-best-thing-you-can-do-for-your-houseplants/ As far as what to do, you can only resume your normal care and give it some time to recover.

[@gabelashvilinino6894]

Hi, do I need to wait for the pups or can I plant it in soil once it has rooted? Thanks

[@OhioTropics]

Either way will be fine!

[@xvanilladropzxful]

I put mine in water 2 days ago.. Today the ends have some white gel looking things.. I changed the water but I'm wondering if this is normal..?

[@OhioTropics]

Hm, are you still having this issue? I'd have to see a photo. If you'd like, you can use the contact form on my blog (ohiotropics.com) and send me an email. When I reply, you can attach the photos.

[@katrinacraig6650]

I’ve tried water propagation, did cuttings the beginning of September and now have pups about three inches tall.

[@Psp-id7uw]

Did you let the cut dry before placing in water?

[@OhioTropics]

That's great!

[@walkingthedeadline]

Hello , do i have to let the cutting dry before putting them in water ?

[@OhioTropics]

it definitely helps

[@marylouSunderland]

Hi I removed finger sized baby leaves from its Mother Plant, do I have to cut the white part at the bottom/base of the leaves? Tia.

[@OhioTropics]

You can leave it, but if you cut it off to reveal a wider part of the leaf, you may get the possibility of more pups growing eventually.

[@marylouSunderland]

@@OhioTropics thank you.

[@vtexploring7352]

Do we need to change the water frequently while waiting the root is formed?

[@OhioTropics]

I find that it helps a lot, especially in the beginning stages when slime starts to form on the cuttings. Washing the propagation container, replacing with fresh water, and rinsing the cuttings to remove any slime that has formed will help your cuttings not to rot.

[@whyaddnamehere]

I've had my cutting in water for 4 months and no roots. It's not rotting and the water gets changed every 2 days. Also, I make sure to rinse off any slime that may get on the cutting. The cutting still looks exactly like it did when I started rooting it. Is it unusual for a cutting to take so long to root? Should I keep going with the water method or change to soil?

[@OhioTropics]

It does seem like an unusually long time to not form any roots. Where are you keeping the cuttings? Are they getting enough light?

[@whyaddnamehere]

@@OhioTropics Thank you for replying! I kept it on a window shelf that gets bright light for 3 months. I put it in my greenhouse outside last month to see if that helps. Still no roots. The cutting hasn't rotted or shriveled. I'm at a loss what to try.

[@karinapalmer1573]

@@whyaddnamehere Maybe you put it into the water upside down?

[@anjie89]

Hey great video. And that triangle idea is a super hack. I actually put three cuttings in water to propagate about 6-8 weeks back. I make sure to change the water every 3-4 days and the leaves look healthy and thankfully no rotting, but I can't see any roots yet and it's starting to bother me now. There is some fibre like thingy in two of the cuttings but I am not convinced that they are roots 😂 Anyway, now I am contemplating putting these cuttings into soil to maybe get better results but I am not too sure. Any thoughts? Should I let them be in water or move them to soil? And how long do u think it would take for the first roots to appear in water so that I can breathe in peace 😂 Really appreciate your views on this. Thanks.

[@OhioTropics]

Propagating these plants is a test of patience :-D It can take even a couple months or more before you see any roots. And even longer before you see any pups. I've propagated these in soil too, and you can have success both ways. You may want to experiment with both and compare the results! I personally love to watch the roots and pups form so I enjoy using water propagation.

[@armandopina8529]

sun

[@sadheart24]

One of my plants was a double. The small one just fell out of the soil with no roots on it. It’s got new growth on it but I don’t know what happened! Can I save the cluster whole? What should I do?

[@OhioTropics]

You can just stick it back in the soil and it should grow! I've done that before as well. Just make sure it's secure and not flopping around. You may want to gently support it if needed with a little stake.

[@kennethsanchez1200]

question can I add decorative clean gravel to the water?

[@OhioTropics]

Yes I don't see why not!

[@andrearangel4969]

Can you put it in the water right away, or should I let the ends dry first, it’s my first time 🤗

[@OhioTropics]

I would definitely let the ends dry out first. It will help prevent rotting. Let me refer you to my blog post so that you can refer to it if needed. It has all the steps I take: www.ohiotropics.com/2019/09/18/propagate-sansevieria-water/

[@Patricia-uu6wo]

When you see the roots starting to grow how long or how much Roots have to be on it before you plant it in the dirt if you do water propagation ???

[@OhioTropics]

Honestly, the sooner you get them into soil, once they start growing some roots, the better. I've kept them quite a while in water for fun, to take photos and to monitor progress for my blog, but in general, as soon as the roots are growing (maybe a quarter into to half an inch or so), you can transfer to soil.

[@Patricia-uu6wo]

@@OhioTropics thanks a bunch glad to get replys back for??? Have a happy Thanksgiving to you and your family

[@Patricia-uu6wo]

@@OhioTropics also would like to know I've seen people propagating in a medium-sized pot with about eight or nine pieces in them or fewer if you start them in dirt and they root can you just leave them in there or do you still need to re transplant them into new soil ????

[@sridharveeraraghavan1835]

I tried propagating Snake Plant cuttings through the water method. The cuttings, each 2 inches long, were allowed to callus for a day & then the cut ends were placed in water. It is over 60 days and I see no root formation. But the cuttings are fine and have not rotted. I keep refreshing the water every 3 days. Do I have to wait longer for roots to form? How long does it normally take to root using this method? It's extremely hot & humid conditions where I live. Does this effect rooting? Pls clarify.

[@OhioTropics]

Give it more time :-). It's not unusual to take 2-3 month, or even more, before roots form depending on your conditions. As long as your cuttings haven't rotted, just keep waiting. It will happen!

[@sridharveeraraghavan1835]

@@OhioTropics Thank you for the advice, much appreciated.

[@armandopina8529]

how big should pups in leaf cuttings be before planting in soil??

[@OhioTropics]

You can really do it at any time, even before the pups start to form.

[@kanazhaguinyard2715]

Do I have to wait until it gets pups on the roots if it has a well established root system to repot?

[@OhioTropics]

You can really pot them up at any time. Sometimes people like to see the pups first because they're fun to watch, but you can do it before too with no harm at all!

[@kanazhaguinyard2715]

@@OhioTropics thank you !

[@SugarMakesMePOP]

Do you know the reason behind the outer yellow part not appearing on the "pups" after propagating?

[@OhioTropics]

It's a great question and I'm not sure of the technical reason!

[@tajr.2650]

I just watched a YT regarding this. Here’s a quote from the gardening page on the Stack Exchange website. “Variegation is caused by genetic chimerism. This means that an organism is composed of cells with two different genotypes (genetic makeups). In this case one cell type has the normal (green) genotype, and the second has a mutated (yellow) genotype which causes the other color. If you propagate with cuttings, only one of the cell types (the green one) will grow into a new plant, losing the other cell type (with the mutant genotype). But when using propagation by division you keep whole parts of the roots intact (which are also chimeric), and the variegation stays. So, this method is used by cultivators to keep the variegation intact.”

[@tajr.2650]

@@OhioTropics ☝🏽

[@svitlanahontova8189]

Sansevieria linda.Gracias.

[@OhioTropics]

De nada!

[@catherinewest6180]

I’m finding the pieces just start to rot? And turn to mush? Perhaps I’m not changing the water often enough.. really appreciate the video 💚🪴

[@OhioTropics]

Glad you found the video helpful! Try and follow all the steps (especially drying the cuttings before placing in water, and also cleaning the slime off like I mention in the video). Good luck!

[@BlairXoX]

Mine always rot, whether in soil or water. What could be happening?

[@OhioTropics]

Have you dried out the cuttings for a couple days before propagating? That's a main tip, and if you're doing water propagation, it's important to change the water multiple times a week, and rinse off any slime that forms on the leaves, at least until root growth starts. Hope this helps!

[@savvyvenus]

So if I have a whole house water softener they won’t root? I rooted lavender sprigs many times using that method just saying.

[@OhioTropics]

If it's using sodium in the water, that's toxic to plants. I'm not sure what your system uses. If you've already rooted something else with it, then you're fine!

[@mehnazlamiya3668]

Can I leave it in water forever to grow??? It'll be helpful if you could reply.

[@OhioTropics]

Yes, you can. It may not be as vigorous as ones growing in soil, but you can. Be sure to add some fertilizer to the water though, and change it out with fresh water every week or two.

[@yenifergavina1451]

I heard you have to wait anywhere from 6h to 3 days for the cutting to dry off, then add to water

[@OhioTropics]

That’s about right. I’ve left them for days before. It doesn’t phase them 😊

[@prettylagoon]

Its been 4 weeks and all show significant roots except for the shorter 1!!!! Should I plant now

[@OhioTropics]

You can! You can also wait until the pups form and develop. It’s fun to watch 😊

[@prettylagoon]

@@OhioTropics the piece I cut with a triangle shape didn't root yet

[@billbraski]

🤘 thanks!

[@OhioTropics]

You bet!

[@uhlyzuh]

how come my cuttings got soggy? is that normal?

[@OhioTropics]

Check out my very latest video. I made a video on why cuttings rot :-)

[@juicycouture4704]

I did everything you said and they are slimy. I wiped them off but they are still not rooting. How long does it take and what am I doing wrong?

[@OhioTropics]

Depending on your conditions (temperature especially), it can take even a couple months or more, so keep waiting. As long as they are not rotting, they will root.

[@paganphil100]

Juicy Couture: Mine took 42 days until the first roots appeared.

[@labretbear]

Hellllp! I did the V cut and put in water and no bueno ... got mushy and looked awful😢... re cut and let it dry out ... any wisdom is welcome 😊

[@OhioTropics]

Did you let it dry out? I couldn't tell from your comment. Maybe let it dry out longer. 2-3 days. The important part after that is that you should change the water frequently initially, and regularly rinse any slime that forms on the leaves. Once rooting starts, it won't be needed as much. Hope this helps!

[@jncchrstn]

The waiting is so hard! I started propagating in water 2 weeks ago and it’s not rotting, but I check everyday and NOTHING

[@OhioTropics]

It definitely takes a long time and requires a lot of patience :-)

[@prettylagoon]

Can you cut leaves that have fallen over?

[@OhioTropics]

Yes absolutely! As long as they’re still green.

[@samrahkashifhunza6605]

when i change water when i grow ankae plant in water

[@OhioTropics]

I'd recommend changing the water about once every week or two if you're growing them in water. Or anytime the water gets cloudy or dirty.

[@samrahkashifhunza6605]

thnks

[@kimperry3961]

i accidently broke my snake plant and it now has one little root will it live or die ? please answer i need to know this im a new plant mom

[@OhioTropics]

I would stick it back in the soil. It should be fine. They're pretty resilient plants!

[@kimperry3961]

@@OhioTropics Thank you for responding i will do that :)

[@k16e]

The changing the water part, is that critical? What if you didn't, would the plants fail to root, die?

[@OhioTropics]

I’ve found that it helps to prevent the cutting from rotting.

[@k16e]

@@OhioTropics O, that sounds excellent justification. Thanks. (I was just being lazy 🙂)

[@Lucie4881]

Can they thrive in just water with leca?

[@OhioTropics]

Yes you can definitely grow them this way! I have done something similar and am growing them in pebbles. Take a look at my blog post if you're interested: www.ohiotropics.com/2020/09/14/grow-snake-plants-in-water/

[@Lucie4881]

@@OhioTropics Thank you so much for your response, will definitely be doing this. Blessings!

[@maryjojacobs1946]

What is rooting hormone?

[@OhioTropics]

It's a white powder that you use use to dip cuttings in and it helps encourage roots. It's helpful, but not necessary.

[@johnannaburke1625]

How it's one root

[@tarafae2116]

tried this! my cuttings rotted within a day……. what can I do to prevent this??

[@OhioTropics]

That seems awfully fast! Did you let the cuttings dry for a few days before putting them in water?

[@navael257]

Why does the variegation go away?

[@OhioTropics]

It has something to do with the genetics of the plant. If you want to keep the variegation, you would just have to split and divide your plant at the roots and pot up the divisions separately.

[@terriesales]

I did this, but the bottom got so soggy on the plants. Weird.

[@OhioTropics]

In addition to letting the cutting air dry, it is important to change the water frequently in the beginning, and also rinse off any slime that forms on the leaves. This will help prevent rotting. Once rooting starts to take place, it won't be needed as frequently.

[@cathloveslife]

Why do My snake cutting I'm propagating in water get mushy

[@brownwolf6280]

I have same issue

[@OhioTropics]

When you make your cuttings, you should let them dry for a couple days first. This will help prevent rotting. Also, change the water frequently and rinse off any slime that forms on the leaves.

[@shirleyl4944]

all plants propagating in water become so soft in he water.... I have to keep cutting the soft part and leave it back in water. Whats wrong with my plants???

[@OhioTropics]

Have you done anything differently than I showed in the video? Do you change the water frequently, clean off the slime on the cutting often, and dry the cutting before initially putting it in water?

[@shirleyl4944]

@@OhioTropics ohh I did not dry out the roots before I put it in water. Is it the reason why ?

[@mariemartinez3251]

My plant leafs are falling out:(

[@OhioTropics]

:-(

[@michaelcarnohan]

Propagation will take place faster if you do not change the water. Changing it once to twice a week, should be replaced by once, one time, at the one month mark. And even then, if there is not a lot of visible algae, it may not need to take place at all during the root propagation period.

[@michaelcarnohan]

If you're interested, it could be a follow up video to test this. 😉

[@michaelcarnohan]

The reason behind it is enzyme release by the cuttings that repair the other cuttings and promote growth. The signalling of this by multiple cuttings is greater than by one alone. And is beneficial. If you change the water, you lose this benefit.

[@OhioTropics]

I'll keep that in mind. Thanks for commenting :-)

[@ellenhaben1217]

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[@xxo8888]

I've been propogating for 7mos and finally have an inch long pups. When do we switch over and put them in pots/soils? Just cactus soil, bc I've been seeing videos of only clay pebbles or straight perlite only and even a mix of all 3? How much would we water them once in soil (since they've been sitting in water for all these months)?

[@OhioTropics]

You can place them in soil now if you'd like! It is best not to keep them in water for too long before transitioning to soil. I would add some perlite or pumice to the cactus soil. Maybe 2 parts cactus soil to one part perlite or pumice. After you plant the pups, I would let the top inch of the soil dry out and then water thoroughly.

[@beautifullyaligned]

Mine got mushy when I did this. Any reason why?

[@OhioTropics]

Did you do anything differently from what I described in the video? Cleaning off the slime on the cuttings, changing the water frequently, etc?

[@gaznador2749]

4:52 : Illuminati confirmed

[@destineydevereux4722]

Take a drink not water hon!!💋

[@lisamorgandocter3693]

Emoji with mask 😂😂😂

[@OhioTropics]

lol

[@anthonylewis62]

TOO MUCH WATER IN THE GLASS, WILL CAUSE THEM TO ROT, ONLY 1/4 INCH AND CHEANGE THE WATER EVERY OTHER DAY, IT WORKS BETTER

[@OhioTropics]

Thanks for sharing! I've had no problems with having more water in the glass. I change my water frequently and clean the leaves off to prevent rotting. (And of course, dry the leaf cuttings before placing them in water).

[@DelightfulDissident]

I've had propagations keep the mother plant's variation! I've found the trick is either just pure luck or lots of light! I keep the cuttings on a very sunny window ledge and the cup grew tons of algae, but the resulting pups that popped up once potted were variegated! I was very please as it was the exact variegation you showed with the yellow exterior ❤

[@OhioTropics]

Wow! Thanks for sharing. That is very rare!

[@SunnyKnew]

Thank You!!! I’ve watched a ton of snake plant propagation videos - This by far was the most helpful and straightforward. Many Thanks! 🧡🪴

[@OhioTropics]

I'm so happy that you found it useful! :-)

[@lucycarpio8844]

Love it

[@OhioTropics]

Thanks Lucy. I'm glad you liked the video. I am going to post an update because they have rooted :-)

[@lindabentley7624]

I propagated in water for almost 2 months. Nothing. I moved to dusty dry soul, LOW LIGHT and after 2 weeks, ROOTS!!

[@OhioTropics]

It could just be coincidence, but regardless, congrats! Isn't it satisfying watching them root and grow?