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title: "My cat tried to murder a plant. I think she’ll survive (the plant)…"
description: "My cat tried to murder a plant. I think she’ll survive (the plant) but any advice?"
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community: "Foliage Plant Haven"
author: "Alex"
published: "2023-10-24T05:57:54.121Z"
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# My cat tried to murder a plant. I think she’ll survive (the plant)…

_Posted by Alex on 2023-10-24_

My cat tried to murder a plant. I think she’ll survive (the plant) but any advice?

## 4 comments

### The Cube commented on 2023-10-24

They’re so resilient I’m sure she’ll survive, but since you only have a few stems you could consider using to make cuttings to propagate instead and repot in a month or so for a bushier plant. I am doing this with my own Tradescantia zebrina atm which suffered from serious neglect while I was away and almost completely died on me :(

#### Alex replied on 2023-10-24

Thank you. That’s exactly what I’ll do!

#### Alex replied on 2023-11-24

Full recovery and i even took a clipping :)

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### Sunny commented on 2023-10-24

It should come back with care. Propagate the broken or bent stems. Use a good draining soil mix like a succulent mix. Keep in bright light. Rooting hormone powder helps. Good luck🍀

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