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title: "How long does it usually take for pothos cuttings to root in water?"
description: "How long does it usually take for pothos cuttings to root in water?"
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author: "Dawn"
published: "2023-12-02T18:00:52.366Z"
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# How long does it usually take for pothos cuttings to root in water?

_Posted by Dawn on 2023-12-02_

How long does it usually take for pothos cuttings to root in water?

## 3 comments

### tree muncher 27 ★ commented on 2023-12-02

Depends on the conditions. They start putting out roots pretty quickly (about a week or so). For me, it takes 3-4 months for my cuttings to grow enough roots that I can plant them in soil. It might be faster if you put them under grow lights, fertilize the water, add rooting hormone, etc.  
I don’t bother with any of that though.

#### Dawn replied on 2023-12-02

Oh ok thanks for helping me

### Sunny commented on 2023-12-03

They usually have roots 2 inches long in about 3 weeks from my experience. They can be planted in soil at that time while keeping the soil evenly moist and the cutting in indirect light. I use SuperThrive with weekly water changes. I use rooting hormone powder before putting the cutting in soil.

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