Dividing Stromanthe: High Risk, Rarely Needed

Why Not Divide?

1. Multiple plants in one pot create a fuller look intentionally.
2. Division stresses the plant; high risk of losing both halves due to root damage and rot.

If You Must Divide

• Use a clean, sharp knife to slice rootball between stems.
• Pot each division in barely larger containers with similar soil mix.
• Water sparingly—cut roots absorb slowly; added soil holds moisture longer.

Better to keep the clump intact and propagate via stem cuttings if you want more plants.

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