How to Propagate Arrowhead Plant
Arrowhead Plant is one of the easiest houseplants to propagate. Here are three reliable methods — choose the one that fits your comfort level and available supplies.
Arrowhead Plants are extremely easy to propagate from stem cuttings. The plant naturally produces stems with visible nodes (bumps where leaves and aerial roots emerge), making it obvious where to cut.
Water propagation
* Cut a 4–6 inch stem section below a node, ensuring at least 1–2 leaves and a visible aerial root if possible. Remove the lowest leaf. Place in water, submerging the node. Roots develop in 7–14 days. Transplant to soil once roots are 1–2 inches long.
Soil propagation
* Take the same type of cutting, dip in rooting hormone (optional), and plant in moist potting soil. Cover with a clear plastic bag for humidity. New growth appears in 3–4 weeks.
Division
* When repotting, separate a clumping plant into 2–3 sections, each with stems and roots. Plant each section separately.
Regular pruning keeps the plant bushy — pinch growing tips to encourage branching instead of vining.
Propagation Tips
- ✓ Always use clean, sterilized tools to prevent infection
- ✓ Cuttings need bright indirect light — never direct sun
- ✓ Change propagation water every 5–7 days to prevent bacteria
- ✓ Be patient — rooting takes 2–6 weeks depending on the method
- ✓ Spring and summer are the best seasons for propagation