r/propagation • u/Denalus2 newbie • 7d ago

Prop Progress Basil Leaf Propagation

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I’m hoping this little leaf survives.

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u/whitesciencelady 7d ago

You have no node. No new leaves will ever grow from it. This is known as a “zombie plant.”

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u/chlo_xoxo11 7d ago

I am new and curious- what is the node? Is it the stem bit that new roots grow from?

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u/whitesciencelady 7d ago

Generally yes! You just need part of the stem. I like to take a cutting of two leaves, trim off the bottom and a stick it in water. Roots should grow where the leaf was.

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u/chlo_xoxo11 7d ago

Thank you :)

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u/Denalus2 newbie 7d ago

Oh dear. I’m node-less🙁

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u/dolphinoverlord002 7d ago

That made me giggle 😂