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title: "What should I do with this plant? Chop? I took for living stems off…"
description: "What should I do with this plant? Chop? I took for living stems off to prop but I don’t know if this can be saved. Thanks!"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "cndough"
published: "2026-01-27T22:23:02.838223Z"
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# What should I do with this plant? Chop? I took for living stems off…

_Posted by cndough on 2026-01-27_

What should I do with this plant? Chop? I took for living stems off to prop but I don’t know if this can be saved. Thanks!

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## 4 comments

### Phil commented on 2026-01-27

I have same plant an have taken cuttings, laid them on soil, covered with a thin layer of additional soil. They have rooted and are growing. If you can get enough healthy stems. As for the original, I would cut it down to soil level. Assuming the root system is healthy. As for maintenance if it all works out, I provide lots of bright light and let it dry almost completely before watering. But they require lots of water and dry out quickly. For soil, I use a succulent mix. They grow extremely fast. I keep mine trimmed rather than letting it cascade way out of the pot.

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#### cndough replied on 2026-01-28

Beautiful! Thanks so much for the help!!

#### DelValle🪴 replied on 2026-02-02

Yours is stunning!! 😍

### StapeliaSaidWhat commented on 2026-01-28

I agree with Phil! I’ve had mine for about 6 years and roughly every two years miss enough watering that the roots and undergrowth die and the tips hold on for dear life! I do what Phil does and they always grow back. Have fun!

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