How to Propagate a Lipstick Plant in Water

If you’re a fan of tropical foliage and love to grow houseplants, owning a lipstick plant is a must. These attractive plants boast stunning foliage and can add a touch of elegance to any indoor space. Not only are they beautiful, but they’re also easy to propagate in water. Learn how to propagate a lipstick plant in water with our easy-to-follow steps.

Step 1: Gather Your Tools and Materials

Before you start propagating your lipstick plant in water, there are some tools and materials you’ll need to gather. First, you’ll need a healthy lipstick plant. You’ll also need a clean, sharp knife or scissors, a clean jar or vase, and some fresh water.

Step 2: Choose a Healthy Cutting

The next step is to choose a healthy cutting for propagation. Locate a stem on the lipstick plant that is at least 6 inches long with a few healthy leaves, and use your knife or scissors to make a clean, angled cut just below a node. Nodes are the joints from which leaves and branches arise.

Step 3: Remove Lower Leaves

Next, remove the lower leaves from your cutting, so that there are only a few remaining at the top of the stem. You can do this by gently pinching the leaves away from the stem. Make sure to leave a few leaves at the top of the cutting since they will be necessary for photosynthesis.

Step 4: Place Cutting in Water

Now it’s time to place your cutting in water. Fill your clean jar or vase with fresh water and put the cutting's end into the water. Make sure the water covers the bottom few inches of the stem. Be sure to change the water every few days to prevent bacterial growth.

Step 5: Wait for Root Growth

It’s important to be patient when propagating a lipstick plant in water. Keep the cutting in a warm, bright spot but out of direct sunlight. It will take a few weeks for the roots to develop. You’ll know that the cutting has rooted when you see roots about an inch or two long.

Step 6: Transplant the Cutting

Once the roots on your cutting are about an inch or two long, it's time to transplant your new plant. Fill a small pot with well-draining soil, and make a hole in the center. Gently remove the cutting from the water and place it in the pot. Cover the roots with soil and water the plant deeply.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully propagated a lipstick plant in water. Follow these steps again and again to cultivate as many lipstick plants as you’d like to add more greenery to your home or office space.

Final Thoughts

Propagating a lipstick plant in water is a simple and easy way to increase your plant collection without breaking the bank. As with all plants, it’s essential to use sterile tools, choose a healthy cutting, and monitor your new plant closely. Before you know it, you will have a lush, thriving lipstick plant collection that will make your indoor space feel like a tropical paradise.