I had about 15 cuttings to propagate, most in water. I tossed them in the oven to keep safe from my cats while they dried out…. forgot and preheated my oven. It got to 320 degrees before my husband realized my mistake. Some of the leaves were noticeable limp right away but not all. I kind of assumed they were done for. Today, 2 days later some are definitely done but some apear saveable but I dont have much experience tbh. Here's photos, what do you think? All the stems are firm.
by Nynaevesedaii
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considering that they were cooked, i actually think they have a chance!
I have no predictions or advice unfortunately.
But as a person who often leaves sourdough starter or rising bread in the oven I ALWAYS put a note over the buttons controlling the oven saying DO NOT PREHEAT because I will 100% forget and preheat it anyway. When not in use it gets stuck to the side of the fridge.
320f is 160c
If it was 122f for few seconds there might be some hope
You should post this on r/houseplantscirclejerk honestly
Throw them in some water and see what happens!
No way to tell. Plop in water and see what pulls through.
Well that’s a weird thing to have done.
Curious why you were drying them out in the first place?? Why not just put them in water?
It seems plausible some could survive. When there’s a forest fire some of the plants that aren’t dried out will live even if the fire is nearby.
LOL
I’m so sorry
They are toast unfortunately
You need a giant NO! sign for your oven. (I had a similar issue with sculpy once)
Modern day trial by fire 🔥
