Rooting a Houseplant Stem That Broke Off at the Base

Water Rooting Method (Most Reliable)

1. Take the broken stem and remove any leaves that would sit below the water line.
2. Place in a clean glass with 1–2 inches of room-temperature water.
3. Change water weekly to prevent rot.
4. When roots are 1+ inch long, pot in a small container with moist potting mix.

Soil Rooting Alternative

Dip the cut end in rooting hormone (optional), insert into a small pot of damp perlite/peat mix, cover loosely with a plastic bag for humidity, and keep in bright indirect light. Roots in 3–4 weeks.

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