How to Propagate Pothos from Single Leaves

Pothos is undoubtedly one of the most well-known and popular houseplants in the world. What makes it so fascinating, in addition to its intense green color and tropical shapes, is also its extraordinary resistance .

This wonderful plant has heart-shaped leaves that make it unmistakable and, as a climbing plant, it can be placed practically anywhere: it adapts to any situation.

Besides its beauty, what is most fascinating about this plant is the ease with which it can be propagated, even from a single leaf .

To propagate pothos, you will need, in addition to the plant, a pair of scissors, a glass vase and filtered water.

Start by cutting a small stem of your pothos plant, diagonally and just after a node. If possible, cut two leaves to make the propagation process easier.

If one of the leaves is close to the node, we recommend removing it, otherwise it will rot once placed in water.

Fill the glass jar halfway with water, then place our cutting in it and don’t forget to change the water at least twice a week.

When the first roots form, the plant is ready to be planted in the ground.

Basic Pothos Care

  • Pothos does not need much water. Give it twice a week, making sure not to create any clutter. The pot must be well darkened.
  • Do not expose the plant to direct sunlight, as it may burn the leaves. The plant needs light, but indirectly.
  • Clean the pot leaves once in a while with a damp cotton ball. Removing dust from the surface of the leaves will promote photosynthesis.

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