How to Propagate Mayana Plant in Water

Mayana plant, also known as “coleus blumei”, is a popular ornamental plant that many gardening enthusiasts love to grow in their homes or gardens due to its vibrant colors and beautiful foliage. If you are looking to propagate your mayana plant in water, this step-by-step guide will help you get started:

Materials needed:

- Mayana plant cuttings

- A jar or container

- Clean, room temperature water

- A pair of scissors or sharp garden shears

Step 1: Prepare the Cuttings

The first step in propagating your mayana plant is to prepare the cuttings. Use sharp scissors or garden shears to cut a stem from your mature mayana plant. Make sure the stem is at least 6 inches long, and has a few sets of leaves on it.

Step 2: Remove the Lower Leaves

After you have cut the stem from your mayana plant, remove the lower leaves from the stem. Leave only two or three sets of leaves on the top of the stem as this will help the plant to focus on developing new roots instead of sustaining the leaves.

Step 3: Place the Cuttings in Water

Fill a jar or container with clean, room temperature water, and place the cuttings in the water. Make sure that the bottom end of the stem is submerged in the water, and that the remaining leaves are above the waterline. You can use stones or pebbles to weigh down the stem if necessary. Place the jar or container in a bright, but indirect light.

Step 4: Change the Water Regularly

Change the water in the jar or container every few days to keep it clean and oxygenated. You can also add a small amount of rooting hormone to the water to help speed up the process. Within a few weeks, you should notice new roots starting to form at the bottom of the stem.

Step 5: Transplant the Cuttings

Once your mayana plant cuttings have developed adequate roots, it is time to transplant them into soil. Fill a pot with fertile, well-draining soil, and make a small hole in the center of the soil. Gently remove the cuttings from the water and place them in the hole. Cover the roots with soil and press gently to secure them in place. Water the newly transplanted mayana plant cuttings thoroughly, and place the pot in a bright, but not direct sunlight location.

Tips:

- Make sure that the water is clean and oxygenated to prevent the cuttings from rotting.

- Place the container in a warm but not hot location.

- Do not overwater the cuttings as they can rot.

- If the leaves of the cuttings start to wilt, move the container to a cooler and darker location.

With these simple steps, you can easily propagate your mayana plant in water, and enjoy the beautiful and vibrant foliage in your home or garden.