How to Propagate Snake Plants. … You can also root the plant from cuttings, but the fastest way to get a new snake plant is to divide it. The plant grows out from rhizomes which mass together and multiply as the plant gets older. This method is no different than the one you use on your old perennials in the garden.
How do you split and repot a snake plant?
- Brush away as much dirt as possible and lay your plant down on a hard surface.
- Take your sharp clean blade and cut just about in the middle of the rhizome. …
- Place your little one in new potting soil and give it a bit of water (which should last a while).
- Wait for soil to completely dry before watering it again.
Can you cut and replant snake plant?
You can cut away the rotting, mushy parts of the roots and plants with a clean, sharp knife. Then replant the snake plant in fresh, dry soil. Give the plant some time to acclimate before you water it again. Snake plants are susceptible to some forms of plant diseases and pests, which may affect your cuttings.
