Just how good of a plant is this succulent? Dudleyas won't reproduce this layer if removed. Additionally, touching the plant can cause irreparable damage. Root rot can occur if soil is too wet or moist. The cutting is essentially a plant that is growing from a root system. You should start the entire process in the spring and summer of the plant's growth season. You should use a potassium-based fertilizer to strengthen your plants' stems. To use a succulent/cactus-potting mix, you can buy it. Let the cuttings grow for a few more days before moving them into a potting medium.