How to Propagate Goldfish Plant
Nematanthus gregarius
| Methods | Stem cutting |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Best season | Spring–summer |
| Time to root | 4–6 weeks |
| Group | Houseplant |
Closely related to Lipstick Plant and propagated the same way. A humidity cover speeds up rooting noticeably for this trailing gesneriad.
Stem cutting
Cut a 4-inch tip section below a node, insert into moist mix, cover for humidity.
When to propagate
Spring through summer.
Common problems
Slow to root. Use a humidity cover if not already.
Questions people ask
Why is it called the goldfish plant? The orange, pouch-shaped flowers resemble tiny goldfish, unrelated to propagation.
Related
Soil & cutting methods hub · Similar plants: Lipstick Plant, Hoya