If you’re looking for a low maintenance plant that is easy to take care of and propagate, then the friendship plant might just be what you need. The Pilea involucrata, also known as the Chinese money plant or pancake plant, is a popular houseplant that can easily grow new plants from its offshoots. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the steps on how to propagate your friendship plant.
Selecting the right pot
The first step in propagating a friendship plant is to select the right pot. It’s important to choose a pot that has drainage holes at the bottom and is slightly bigger than your existing pot. The soil should be well-draining and rich in nutrients, so it’s best to use a mixture of perlite and peat moss.
Preparing your mother plant
To get started with propagating your friendship plant, inspect it closely for offshoots or baby plants growing from its base. These are called “pups” and they can be separated from their mother once they have grown at least two leaves of their own.
Carefully remove these pups using clean scissors or pruning shears. Make sure not to damage any roots when removing them from their mother.
Planting your pups
After removing your pups from their mother’s main stem, it’s time to prepare them for planting in their new container. Carefully wash away any extra soil around their root system before placing them gently into fresh soil inside their new container.
It’s important not to bury too much of each pup underground; only cover about half an inch above where each leaf begins on top (just below where they were attached). It’s okay if some parts stick out above ground level – this will actually help prevent root rot by allowing excess water drainage!
Caring for propagated plants
Now that you’ve successfully propagated some baby Friendship Plants let’s talk about how best care for them! As always, keep them out of direct sunlight and avoid overwatering. It’s best to allow the soil to dry slightly between watering.
As the pups grow, you may need to adjust their position periodically so they get enough light on all sides. This will help encourage even growth and prevent any leaning towards one side or another.
Conclusion
Propagating a friendship plant is an easy way to expand your collection of houseplants without spending too much money or effort. With just a few simple steps, you can have new plants growing in no time! Proper care and attention will ensure that your propagated plants thrive and bring joy into your living space for years to come.
