How to Propagate German Ivy | 3 Methods of Senecio mikanioides Propagation

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German Ivy (Senecio mikanioides) is propagated at the beginning of the growing season from the stems which root easily so there is no need for a rooting hormone. The stems can be rooted in 3 ways as outlined herebelow.

Senecio mikanioides is a fast growing, evergreen, climbing plant which bears fleshy, glossy, lobed leaves and clusters of bright yellow daisy-like flowers.

Though called German Ivy, Cape Ivy or Parlour Ivy, Senecio mikanioides is not a True Ivy as it is more vigorous and is less affected by warm and dry conditions than a true ivy.

Cape Ivy blossoms in medium to bright light, moderate warmth of 18-27⁰C, average humidity of 50-55% and moderately moist, fertile, well-drained, succulents soils coupled with fortnightly feeding during the growing season. Read more on how to grow and care for Senecio mikanioides.

1. How to propagate German Ivy from stem-tip cuttings in soil

1. Take stem-tip cuttings of about 4-5 inches length from a healthy German Ivy. Ensure each cutting has 2-3 leaf nodes as this is where new growth will come from.


2. Fill the rooting container with high quality, rooting mix. Moisten the soil lightly.


3. With a pencil or similar object make a hole in the moist rooting mix. Insert the cutting in the previously made hole. Lightly cover the base of the cutting with the rooting mix.


4. Place the set up in warm, well-lit place away from direct sunlight to avoid cooking the cuttings.


5. Maintain the soil moist until new growth emerges and substantial growth has been observed.


6. Transfer the new Cape Ivy into individual pots, in moist, succulents potting soil and begin routine care. For a fuller plant, transplant several cuttings into one pot.

2. How to propagate German Ivy from stem-tip cuttings in water

1. Take cuttings of about 4-5 inches length from a healthy German Ivy. Ensure each cutting has 2-3 leaf nodes as this is where new growth will come from.


2. Place the cuttings in a jar of plain water or in a propagation station. Place in a warm, well-lit spot away from direct sunlight. Change the water every 5-7 days.


3. When a good amount of roots have formed on the cuttings, transfer the cuttings into moist potting soil.


4. Position the set up in a warm, well-lit place away from direct sunlight.


5. Maintain the soil moist until new growth has emerged and substantial growth has been observed.


6. Transfer the new Parlour Ivy to individual pots in moist, succulents mix and begin routine care. Several cuttings can be planted in one pot for a fuller plant.

3. How to propagate German Ivy by spreading the stems on the soil

1. Spread the stems on the soil surface while still attached to the mother German Ivy plant. Press the stems lightly so that they touch the soil.


2. After some time, the stems will root at every point that they are into contact with the soil.


3. Once rooted, sever the stems from the mother plant. Dig them up and pot in moist, succulents soil in individual pots.


4. Place the new Cape Ivy in a warm, well-lit place and maintain the soil moist until they are well established after which you can begin routine care.

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