What is keiki paste?
Keiki paste is a fun and unique plant care product that helps create favorable conditions on bare stems of healthy houseplants. Originally popular with orchid lovers, it’s also a great way to explore hands-on propagation techniques across a variety of indoor plants.

Get crazy with Keiki Paste

Step one
Choose a healthy plant with above-ground nodes.

step two
Gently score the nodes and apply the paste.

step three
Monitor and wait for keikis!
Crazy success with keiki paste

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what plants can I use keiki paste on?

Ficus Tree

Peperomia

String of Hearts

Philodendron

Pothos

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Keiki Paste FAQs
Keiki paste is a fun and unique plant care product used to support natural development in orchids and many other houseplants. By applying the paste to select nodes, you help create conditions that may support new structures as part of the plant’s natural growth cycle.
Keiki paste is made with a base of high-quality lanolin and a proprietary blend of ingredients that support optimal conditions for plant care. Crazy Keiki Cloning Paste is made in the USA and crafted with care to deliver a satisfying experience for plant enthusiasts.
Absolutely! Keiki paste offers plant lovers an affordable, hands-on way to explore propagation techniques and deepen their connection with their plants. It's a creative and fun way to potentially expand your plant collection using plants you already love.
Yes, many customers enjoy using Crazy Keiki Cloning Paste as part of their plant care routine. The key is to apply it thoughtfully and make sure your plant is receiving proper light, nutrients, water, and soil conditions. Healthy plants are more likely to thrive and respond in rewarding ways.
Each kit includes one 8g vial of Crazy Keiki Cloning Paste, wooden cotton swab applicators, and an illustrated instruction booklet to guide your plant care adventure.
Keiki paste is versatile and can be used on many types of houseplants. While results may vary, it’s best applied to healthy plants that are in an active growth phase. From orchids to vining plants like pothos or succulents, many plant lovers have had success across a range of species.
"Keiki" means “child” or “offspring” in Hawaiian. The term is often used to describe new natural offshoots that form on orchid plants.
No. Keiki paste is not a rooting hormone. If you are looking to promote root formation on cuttings, you may need a different product specifically designed to support root development.
To use Crazy Keiki Cloning Paste with orchids, apply a small amount to a clean, scored node on a healthy plant. Many orchid growers apply it to flower spikes or leaf nodes during the plant’s active season to support the potential for natural offshoots. Ensure your orchid receives ideal care for the best chance of success.
Not at all! While it was originally popular among orchid growers, many people now enjoy using it on houseplants like pothos, philodendrons, rubber trees, and succulents. It's a great way to explore plant care in a hands-on way and experiment with node applications.
Keiki paste contains lanolin, a natural, non-toxic substance derived from sheep’s wool. While the product is not intended for ingestion, it's considered low-risk. As with any non-food item, it’s best to store it safely out of reach of pets and children.
A plant's response to care products like keiki paste depends on its overall health and environment. If a plant is stressed, under-watered, or lacking proper light or nutrients, it may not respond as hoped. Always ensure you're supporting your plant with consistent, attentive care.
Many users report seeing changes within 1 to 3 weeks, though this can vary widely depending on the plant type, care routine, and environmental conditions. Be patient and continue to provide good care — nature often rewards consistency.
Keiki paste can be part of your approach to improving the appearance of leggy plants by supporting favorable conditions at select nodes. When used in combination with proper pruning, light exposure, and care, it may help encourage fuller-looking growth over time.
Show us your keikis
Want a chance to win FREE keiki paste and other Southside goodies? Send us your best before and after pics (bonus for great photos!). Every 30 days we will choose the winner with the most impressive keikis and ship out a gift box to celebrate!

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