How to Propagate Parallel Peperomia (Peperomia puteolata) - 5 Propagation Methods

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Parallel Peperomia (Peperomia puteolata) is propagated during the beginning of the growing season from leaf cuttings, from stem-tip cuttings and by plant division. The cuttings root easily and there is no need for a rooting hormone. Rooting of the cuttings can be done either in water or in soil.

Peperomia puteolata also called Peperomia tetragona is best propagated during the growing season when the plant is actively growing. At this time, the plant has enough food reserves which are needed for fast establishment.

Peperomia puteolata is easily propagate in 5 easy ways. We have outlined herebelow these 5 propagation methods. Keep reading for a detailed account on these methods.

1. How to propagate Parallel Peperomia from leaf in water

Parallel Peperomia propagation from leaf in water

1. Take leaf cuttings from a healthy Peperomia puteolata and ensure each leaf cutting has a petiole as this is where new growth will come from.


2. Place the leaf cuttings in a shaded place for 1-3 days to give it time for the formation of a protective callus tissue over the cuts to prevent rotting.


3. Place the leaf cuttings in a jar of clean plain water or in a propagation station and change the water every 5-7 days.


4. Position the set up in a warm (21-27⁰), well-lit place until growth begins at the base of the leaf petiole. Allow enough time for substantial growth of the roots and new leaves.


5. Transfer the rooted cuttings to individual pots in moist, well-drained all purpose potting mix. For a fuller plant, transfer several cuttings into one pot.


6. Place the pots in a warm, well-lit place. Maintain the soil moist until the new Peperomia tetragona are well established after which you can begin routine care.

2. How to propagate Parallel Peperomia from leaf in soil

Parallel Peperomia propagation from leaf in soil

1. Take leaf cuttings from a healthy Peperomia tetragona and ensure each leaf cutting has a petiole as this is where new growth will come from.


2. Place the leaf cuttings in a cool spot for 1-3 days to allow for the formation of a protective callus tissue over the cuts of the leaf cuttings to prevent rotting.


3. Fill a rooting container or pot with a free-draining, all purpose soil. Moisten the soil slightly.


4. Once callused, insert leaf petiole of the cutting in the soil. Gently firm the soil around the petiole.


5. Cover the set up with clear polythene to increase humidity and warmth but allow space for air circulation to prevent the cuttings from rotting.


6. Place the set up in a well-lit and shaded place; avoid direct sunlight as it can cook the plants.


7. Maintain the soil moist until new growth emerges and there is substantial growth. Remove any dead foliage to maintain the set up clean and avoid disease infestation.


8. When, you observe substancial growth at the base of the leaf petiole, transfer the new plants into individual pots in free-draining soil. For a fuller plant, transfer several plants into one pot.


9. Thoroughly water the soil until the water comes out through the drainage holes. Place the pots in a warm, well-lit plant and begin Peperomia tetragona routine care.

3. How to propagate Parallel Peperomia from stem-tip cuttings in water

Parallel Peperomia propagation from stem-tip cuttings in water

1. Take stem cuttings of about 4-5 inches length from a healthy Peperomia Plant and ensure each cutting has at least 2 sets of leaves. Strip off the lower leaves.


2. Place the cuttings in cool spot and allow 1-3 days for the formation of a protective callus tissue over the cuts of the cuttings to prevent rotting.


3. Place the stem-tip cuttings in a jar of clean plain water and change the water every 5-7 days.


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


5. Transfer the new plants into individual pots in moist, free-draining soil. For a fuller plant, transfer several cuttings in one pot.


6. Place the pots in a warm, well-lit place. Maintain the soil moist until the new Peperomia tetragona are well established after which you can begin routine care.

4. How to propagate Parallel Peperomia from stem-tip cuttings in soil

Parallel Peperomia propagation from stem-tip cuttings in soil

1. Take stem cuttings of about 4-5 inches length from a healthy Peperomia Plant and ensure each cutting has at least 2 sets of leaves. Strip off the lower leaves.


2. Place the cuttings in a cool shaded place for 1-3 days for the formation of a protective callus tissue over the cuts to prevent rotting.


3. Fill a rooting container or pot with a free-draining soil. Moisten the soil lightly.


4. With a pencil or anything similar make a hole in the center of the container. Ensure that the hole is wider than the diameter of the cutting.


5. Once callused, insert about 2-3 inches of the cutting in the previously made hole. Gently tap and firm the soil around the base of the cutting.


6. Cover the set up with clear polythene to increase humidity and warmth but allow space for air circulation to prevent the cuttings from rotting.


7. Position the set up in a well-lit and warm place; avoid direct sunlight as it can cook the plants.


8. Maintain the soil moist until new growth emerges and there is substantial growth.


9. Remove any dead foliage to maintain the set up clean and avoid disease infestation.


10. When, you observe substancial growth, transfer the rooted stem cuttings to individual pots in free-draining soil. For a fuller plant, transfer several cuttings into one pot.


11. Thoroughly wet the soil until the water comes out through the drainage holes and position the pots in a warm, well-lit place after which you can begin routine care.

5. How to propagate Parallel Peperomia by plant division

Parallel Peperomia propagation by plant division

1. Water the Parallel Peperomia 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. Slip the Parallel Peperomia out of its pot and carefully divide it into sections by pulling apart the roots. Ensure each section has adequate roots to hasten establishment.


3. Select a 6 or 8 in. pot and ensure that the pot has a drainage hole to prevent the soil from getting soggy as it can lead to rotting.


4. Fill the pot with free-draining, potting mix and make a hole in the center of the pot. Ensure that the hole is slightly wider than the root base of the section.


5. Place the section in the previously made hole and lightly firm the soil around the base while taking care not to bury it too deep; maintain the section at the same soil level it was in the previous pot.


6. Water the soil thoroughly and place the set up in a warm, well-lit place away from direct sunlight.


7. Maintain the soil moist new growth emerges on the sections and allow the new Peperomia tetragona to be well established before transplanting after which you can begin routine care.

Parallel Peperomia Plant Care

Parallel Peperomia performs best in medium to bright, indirect light, average warmth of 15-26⁰C, above average humidity (55-65%) and moderately moist, fertile, well-drained soil coupled with monthly feeding during the growing season. Read more on how to grow and care for Parallel Peperomia (Peperomia puteolata).

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