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title: "Hello. These two stems are growing at odd angles and it’s pulling the…"
description: "Hello. These two stems are growing at odd angles and it’s pulling the plant down. I know you can cut them off and propagate them but I’m not confident enough…"
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community: "Monstera Maniacs"
author: "Alyiah"
published: "2025-08-24T22:10:25.637343Z"
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# Hello. These two stems are growing at odd angles and it’s pulling the…

_Posted by Alyiah on 2025-08-24_

Hello. These two stems are growing at odd angles and it’s pulling the plant down. I know you can cut them off and propagate them but I’m not confident enough with my current knowledge. Both of them are some of my largest leafs and I don’t want to ruin anything. I know since they have a node that’s when it’s recommended. I’m just not too sure where to cut and if it’s possible to cut only that one.

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## 2 comments

### Rach commented on 2025-08-24

Yes you can cut only that one! Just below the node is perfect, that little nub above your finger will turn into a root. I've had good luck just sticking it in water and being patient, but some people prefer going straight to soil. Rooting hormone helps too if you buy some!

#### Alyiah replied on 2025-08-24

Perfect! I’m thinking of using a razor to have a bit more control of what is cut. Since I don’t want to damage anything else.

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