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title: "Am I on the right track here with my snake plant cutting…"
description: "Am I on the right track here with my snake plant cutting propagation?? It's been about a month or two I think but I've read that 2-4 months should be seeing…"
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community: "Propagating & Sowing"
author: "Brilgle"
published: "2024-05-16T15:55:20.600559Z"
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# Am I on the right track here with my snake plant cutting…

_Posted by Brilgle on 2024-05-16_

Am I on the right track here with my snake plant cutting propagation?? It's been about a month or two I think but I've read that 2-4 months should be seeing roots potentially? It's in an east facing window in refreshed water every 5-7 days with prop drops added. They're like little hairs so I think it looks promising but unsure

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## 6 comments

### S.R commented on 2024-05-16

I think you’re on the right track! I see the tiny little roots 👍🏻

#### Brilgle replied on 2024-05-16

Okay that's what I thought they were!!!! I tried googling it but couldn't find this stage of them before full on roots. I'm propagating it in just water, should I start adding soil or perlite to get it used to it for when I transplant it in a few months?

#### S.R replied on 2024-05-17

I’m not sure, never propped a snake plant. You Tube and Reddit can be great sources for tips!

### Plantshley commented on 2024-05-17

Snakes take months to root, but I have the absolute best luck in fluval stratum! They root much quicker. Let them dry and not stay sitting in water 24/7 or they can get mushy before rooting. I have propagated dozens of snakes with success!

### Kingplqnt commented on 2024-05-17

Look at those tiny roots!!

#### Brilgle replied on 2024-05-21

Woohoo!!! I just noticed when changing out the water the other day there's a true root coming out!!!! I can't believe how exciting plants can be 😂

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