Propagation
Sow fresh seed during spring and maintain a temperature of 19ş to 27ş C. (66ş to 81ş F).

Take soft tip or stem cuttings taken during the growing period.
Layering is carried out during summer.

Botanic information
Leaf: The thick fleshy glossy dark green leaves are broad-elliptical to orbicular. They have a short petiole and an acuminate apex.

Flower: The minute unisexual flowers have no perianth segmentsand are arranged in an erect spike that is up to 10mm (1/2 in) long. The flowering period is erratic but normally occurring during late summer.

Fruit: The small drupe has smooth sides and is angular in shape. The small seed has endosperm. The small seed is not commonly seen and the plant is normally reproduced vegetatively.


Culture
This plant requires 8 to 10 hours of light per day that is indirect or filtered and requires a minimal temperature of 12şC (55şF) during winter.
During winter allow the pot to become drier before watering, as soggy soil will cause rot. During summer only mist the leaves to maintain humidity.
Re-pot or divide during spring only when necessary in to a slightly larger pot.