Propagate pygmy by leaf

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What they are referring to is gemmae. This is a modified leaf that is produced when pygmies go dormant. Those in tropical areas will find it a little more difficult to get them to go dormant due to the constant temperatures. My pygmies are just beginning to produce gemmae now. I think you generally need a reduction in temperatures, reduced water levels and reduction in photo period.

Once you get gemmae you simply lay them out on moist soil and they germinate in no time at all. For those looking for gemmae they are produced in the centre of the plant and appear like small buds or discs. simply turn the pot upside down over paper (making sure the plant doesn't fall out) and scrape the gemmae out with something like a pencil.