T he plant is notoriously difficult to grow from seed. Cloning is the preferred method of propagation. The secret to the most effective method of cloning Psychotria viridis is knowing which part of the plant to use. You may also use a high quality bagged mixture designed for potting plants or experiment with your own mix. F ill a shallow planting tray with the medium, to a depth of at least 2 inches.
R emove a healthy leaf from the mother plant.
Use mature leaves from wherever you find them on the plant. Root formation begins from the area of tissue that has been in contact with the cambium layer of the mother plant's stem. A t this point, you have two ways to continue. You may cut away the top half of the leaf and use this portion in any fashion that you deem appropriate, using only the lower portion for planting. Alternatively, you may use the entire leaf.