This easy going succulent propagates well by leaf cuttings in soil, water propagation, and division
Variegated Sansevieria can lose variegated color patterns when propagated by leaf cutting
Propagate variegated Sansevierias by division or seed to ensure the plant grows true to that variegation pattern
Snake plant leaf cuttings can take 6 to 8 weeks, to actually begin new root growth
Root division is the quickest method of propagating a snake plant since you are starting with roots and merely dividing the plant into sections
Propagating by cuttings
Cut a leaf into sections with a sharp knife; at least 2-3″ long leaf segments to ensure you have enough to start a new plant
Mark which part of the cut leaf is the bottom
Roots will only form on the of the leaf cutting bottom edge
Allow the cut leaf sections to heal until the bottom end is fairly dryPlace the bottom of the leaf segment into a well draining soil mix like cactus soil
Make sure the soil is evenly moist but not soggy to properly root the leaf sections
Place the leaf cutting in bright indirect light
Avoid strong direct light that can burn the cutting and dry soil quickly
Proper light will encourage the cutting to grow roots
You may need two months to get enough roots to plant in soil
Plant the rooted leaf in well draining soil and keep the soil moist until you see the leaf get larger and show signs of healthy growth
When you propagate using the roots and rhizome the genetic information to continue variegation is included as the plant is propagated
Cut off snake plant buds with a sharp knife at the rhizome
Allow the cut rhizome end to dry several hours before planting in fresh soil
Use well draining soil with a light moisture content
set pups in indirect bright light until new growth begins
Seed propagation is the most timely methodPurchase your seeds and follow the instructions on the packetOnce germinated the seeds will need 3 to 6 weeks to pop up from the ground