how to take cuttings from a christmas cactus

Taking cuttings from a Christmas cactus is a relatively simple process. You will need a sharp, clean knife or pruning shears, a small pot, and some potting soil. First, select a healthy stem that is at least 6 inches long and has at least two nodes (the small bumps on the stem where leaves and flowers grow). Make a clean cut below the node and immediately dip the cut end into rooting hormone. Place the cutting in the pot filled with moistened potting soil, and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Place the pot in a bright, but not direct sunlight location and wait for the cutting