Long Thin Stem on African Violet: Rare "Basket" Stolon Propagation

A healthy blooming African violet produced a single long thin stem—not a leaf or flower. Another grower had seen this once but never identified it.

Identification: "Basket" Stolon

If tiny leaves are present, it's a stolon (like spider plant babies)—rare in African violets but documented. Called a "basket" in violet terminology.

Propagation Method

1. Allow to grow larger
2. Cut off and pin to soil in small pot
3. Bag for humidity for few weeks
4. Treat as mature plant once rooted

Rarity

Most African violets don't produce these. Author has seen only two in decades. A unique propagation opportunity!