Pothos is a popular houseplant known for its trailing vines and heart-shaped leaves. To propagate, cut a stem below a node and place it in water or soil. Roots will develop quickly, making it an excellent choice for beginners.
Spider plants produce small offshoots, or "pups," that can be easily rooted. Simply detach a pup and place it in water or soil. Within a few weeks, it will establish roots and begin to grow independently.
Snake plants are hardy and adaptable. Propagate by cutting a healthy leaf into sections and placing them in water or soil. Each section will develop roots and grow into a new plant.
Many succulents, like jade plants, can be propagated from leaf or stem cuttings. Allow the cut end to dry and callous over before placing it on well-draining soil. With minimal care, new roots will form.
Mint is a vigorous herb that propagates easily. Take a stem cutting and place it in water or moist soil. Roots will appear rapidly, and the cutting will soon develop into a new plant.
Basil cuttings root quickly in water. Cut a stem just below a node and place it in a glass of water. Once roots develop, transplant it into soil to continue growing.
Geraniums are known for their colorful blooms and are easy to propagate. Take a stem cutting, remove the lower leaves, and plant it in moist soil. The cutting will root and produce new growth.