Identify a healthy Monstera with stems and nodes
Choose one propagation method: stem cuttings, air layering, or division (rooted offsets)
Stem cuttings (water or soil)
Take a cutting with at least one node and one leaf (aerial roots optional)
Make the cut just below a node using clean, sharp scissors or a knife
Remove leaves that would sit below the water/soil line
Place the cutting so the node is submerged (for water) or buried (for soil)
Use water in a clear container and refresh water regularly
For soil, use a well-draining mix (e.g., potting mix plus perlite) and keep lightly moist
Provide bright, indirect light and warm conditions
Wait for roots to form (typically several weeks) before potting if started in water
Air layering
Select a section of stem with a node
Make a small cut or scrape on the stem at the node area
Apply rooting hormone (optional)
Wrap the area with moist sphagnum moss around the cut/scraped spot
Cover moss with plastic wrap and seal ends to retain moisture
Keep moss consistently moist
After roots form, cut below the rooted section
Pot the new plant in a well-draining mix
Division (if multiple stems or offsets are present)
Remove the plant from its pot
Separate into sections with roots attached to each stem
Ensure each division has several roots and at least one growing point
Repot each division into its own pot with a well-draining mix
Water lightly and keep in bright, indirect light
Aftercare for all methods
Use clean containers and tools
Keep in bright, indirect light
Maintain warm, humid conditions
Water when the top layer of soil is dry (for soil propagation)
Avoid waterlogging and ensure drainage
Transfer to a larger pot once the new roots are established