It is easy to care for and grow. This plant can easily be propagated using stem cuttings and offsets. You will enjoy it for many more years. The tall, thick, green leaves grow parallel to each other up the stem. Filling a succulent with water quickly (which water therapy does) can cause edema -- raised swollen spots -- on the succulents leaves. The leaf can be transplanted if you see the baby plant grow and then placed in a small pot with a quick draining potting mixture. 2. Place the ceramic bowl upside down on the towel.