Propagating Monstera: A Step-by-Step Guide
A healthy monstera cutting is all about the node. Once you know what to look for, propagation becomes less mysterious and much kinder to the parent plant.
Find the right cut
Choose a mature vine with at least one visible node, a leaf, and preferably a small aerial root. The node is the swollen point where new roots and leaves can form. A leaf stem without a node will stay green for a while, but it will not become a new plant.
Use clean tools
Wipe your snips with rubbing alcohol before cutting. Make a clean cut about two centimeters below the node. If the parent plant is very full, take only one or two cuttings at a time so it can recover quickly.
Root in water or mix
For water propagation, place the node below the water line and keep the leaf above it. Change the water every few days. For potting mix, use an airy aroid blend and keep it lightly moist, never soggy.
Pot it at the right time
When roots are around five to seven centimeters long, move the cutting into a small pot with drainage. Keep it in bright indirect light for the first few weeks while it settles.