How to Propagate Tradescantia chrysophylla (Baby Bunny Bellies) in 3 Easy Ways

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Tradescantia chrysophylla (Baby Bunny Bellies) is propagated by plant divison or from stem cuttings which can be rooted either in soil or in water. Rooting stem cuttings in water takes longer than rooting them in soil.

The best time to propagate Baby Bunny Bellies is at the beginning of the growing season (spring to early summer), when the plant is in active growth for faster establishment.

Baby Bunny Bellies Plant also called Baby Bunny Bellies Tradescantia, Tradescantia Baby Bunny Bellies or Speedy Jenny Baby Bellies is a climbing or trailing plant with fuzzy foliage which feels like the under belly of a baby bunny. The velvety, green leaves have beautiful, soft, purply undersides.

It is important to note that Baby Bunny Bellies Tradescantia is mildly toxic to humans and pets as indicated by Leaf and Paw website. If ingested, the plant sap can cause burning in the mouth, tongue and throat. The sap may also cause skin irritation in sensitive skin; always wear gloves when handling the plant.

Baby Bunny Bellies Plant is easy to propagate. We have herebelow outlined 3 easy methods by which you can multiply your Tradescantia Baby Bunny Bellies.

1. Baby Bunny Bellies Plant propagation from stem cuttings in water

Requirements

• Hand gloves to protect your hands


• Clean, sharp pair of scissors or knife


• Clear jar of water or a propagation station


• Well-drained, potting Mix


• Watering can and clean water


• Small pots about 8-10 inches

Tradescantia chrysophylla stem cutting propagation in water

1. The stem cuttings root easily so there is no need for rooting hormone. Take a stem cutting of about 4-6 inches from a healthy plant and ensure it bears at least two sets of leaves.


2. Allow 1-3 days for the formation of a protective callus tissue over the cuts of the cuttings to prevent rotting.


3. Submerge 2-3 inches of stem cuttings in a jar of clean plain water or in a propagation station and change the water every 5-7 days to prevent fungal growth.


4. Place the set up in warm, well-lit place until well rooted. Allow enough time for substantial growth of the roots and new leaves.


5. Transfer the rooted cuttings to individual pots in moist, free-draining soil and place in bright indirect light. For a fuller plant, transfer several rooted cuttings into one pot.


6. Maintain the soil moist until the new plants are well established after which you can begin routine care.

2. Baby Bunny Bellies Plant Propagation from stem cuttings in soil

Requirements

• Hand gloves to protect your hands


• Clean, sharp pair of scissors or knife


• 6-10 inches pots


• Well-drained, potting mix


• Watering can and clean water

Tradescantia chrysophylla stem cutting propagation in soil

1. The stem cuttings root easily so there is no need for rooting hormone. Take a stem cutting of about 4-6 inches from a healthy plant. Ensure it bears at least two sets of leaves.


2. Allow 1-3 days for the formation of a protective callus tissue over the cuts of the cuttings to prevent rotting.


3. Fill 6 or 8 inches pot with the free-draining soil to a depth of about 4 inches. Lightly moisten the soil.


4. With a pencil or similar object make a hole that is wider than the diameter of the cutting.


5. Carefully insert the cutting in the hole made previously to a depth of about 3 inches.


6. Place the set up in a warm, well-lit place and maintain the soil moist through out until new growth emerges.


7. Allow the new plant to be well established before transplanting to individual pots after which you can begin routine care.

3. Baby Bunny Bellies Plant propagation by plant division

Requirements

• Hand gloves to protect your hands


• Clean, sharp pair of scissors or knife


• 6-10 inches pots


• Well-drained, potting medium


• Watering can and clean water

Tradescantia chrysophylla propagation by plant division

1. Water the plant thoroughly at least 1 day before to make it easier to divide and also hasten establishment; a well hydrated plant suffers less shock and takes a shorter time to take root.


2. Take out the plant from its pot and carefully divide it into sections. Ensure each sections has adequate roots and at least one set of leaves.


3. Pot the sections in individual pots in free-draining potting mix and ensure the rooting container has adequate drainage to prevent the soil from getting soggy as it can lead to rotting.


4. Take care not to bury the sections too deep; maintain the section at the same soil level it was in the previous pot.


5. Water the soil thoroughly and place the set up in a well-lit, warm place until the new plant is well established after which you can begin routine care.

Baby Bunny Bellies Plant Care

Tradescantia Baby Bunny Bellies grows best in bright indirect light, warmth of 18-24⁰C, humidity of 50-55% and moderately moist, rich, well-drained soil coupled with regular feeding in the growing season. Learn how to grow and care for Tradescantia chrysophylla.

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