Propagating/ Repotting Philippine Evergreen

Question

I bought this philippine Evergreen and it was on its last leg. When I had gotten home the two leafs that were on the stem fell right off. I have the roots in water but was wonder if I just re pot them instead, would that be better for them to re bloom or is it a lost cause?

Answer 1

Try putting the roots in potting soil (1/2 perlite). The roots should be just below the soil, don't plant too deeply. Make sure not to overwater. Also try rooting a stem or leaf cutting. The article below says cuttings root easily in water.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/using-cuttings-and-leaf-cuttings-to-propagate-your-houseplants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/chinese-evergreen/chinese-evergreen-plants.htm
https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/aglaonema-commutatum/