Dot, April Ware? (troublex2) on DG did some experimenting using liquid bandage and another product, maybe nail polish, to seal the portion that had been cut, I think she first soaked it in a bleach solution, let it dry really well then sealed with the liquid bandage and again let it dry well. I did the liquid bandage on one of mine a couple of years ago and it worked, I still have the plant. but I have yet to see it bloom!