What Plants Can I Propagate in Water?

Water propagation is a great way to propagate different types of houseplants. Plants that can be propagated in water include:

Succulents

Succulents are easy to propagate in water. They can be propagated by using their leaves, cuttings or offsets. The leaves and cuttings of succulent plants are best propagated by placing them in water. The leaves should be cut and laid flat in the water while the cuttings should be put in water halfway, ensuring that the stem is completely submerged in water. Roots tend to grow from the submerged part, and when a sufficient amount of roots have been formed, it’s time to transplant the succulent into soil.

Pothos

Pothos are one of the easiest houseplants to propagate in water. Simply cut a vine just below a node and place the cutting in water. Roots should start to grow after 2-3 weeks. Once roots have formed, the cutting can then be transplanted into soil.

Philodendrons

Philodendrons are another houseplant that is easy to propagate in water. Similar to pothos, just cut a vine just below a node and place the cutting in water. Roots should start to grow after 2-3 weeks. Once roots have formed, the cutting can then be transplanted into soil.

Spathiphyllum

Spathiphyllum, also known as the peace lily, can also be propagated in water, but it takes a bit longer than other plants. Cut a leaf just below the node and place it in water. Change the water every two or three days and keep the cutting out of direct sunlight. Roots should start to grow after four weeks. Once roots have formed, the cutting can be transplanted into soil.

Spider Plant

Spider plants can be propagated in water as well. Cut off one of the plant’s “spiders” (the long leafy shoots that shoot out of the main plant) and place it in water. The cutting should develop roots within about a week, and can then be transplanted into soil.

Conclusion

Water propagation is a great way to propagate houseplants. With the right technique, many types of plants can be propagated in water. The above mentioned plants are some of the best to begin with. Just be patient and watch as your plant grows and thrives!