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title: "Is this a node or a root? (Paraiso verde cutting). I didn’t know when…"
description: "Is this a node or a root? (Paraiso verde cutting). I didn’t know when I cut this that you need a node to propagate. It’s grown a ton of roots but I just…"
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community: "Propagating & Sowing"
author: "Laura"
published: "2026-04-29T00:24:33.174671Z"
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# Is this a node or a root? (Paraiso verde cutting). I didn’t know when…

_Posted by Laura on 2026-04-29_

Is this a node or a root? (Paraiso verde cutting).

I didn’t know when I cut this that you need a node to propagate. It’s grown a ton of roots but I just learned about zombie leaves. But this kind of looks like a node, and it’s right under another cutting.

Thanks y’all!

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## 4 comments

### Heather commented on 2026-04-29

It looks like a node based on where it is on the old stem, but if it has been in contact with the soil it may be pushing a root. Nodes can push roots or leaves depending if they have contact with air/soil/water. I’m guessing you have a zombie leaf judging by the actual number of roots visible in the soil without any additional new growth on the plant. But I will be honest…not ever having dealt with a zombie leaf I may not be your best source for info. 😉

#### Laura replied on 2026-04-30

That’s good information. Thank you!

### Mr Variegated commented on 2026-04-29

It’s a new leaf coming out. Soon you will have a new plant.

### plantgeek commented on 2026-04-29

you definitely have stem! zombie leaves have zero stem. yours is a success 🎉

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