What to Do When Monstera Leaves Become Soft and Droop? Causes and Solutions
Monstera deliciosa is a climbing shrub plant of the Araceae family, and in China it is mainly cultivated for ornamental purposes. The leaf shape of Monstera deliciosa is quite peculiar, with high ornamental value, and it is welcomed by many people. However, when growing Monstera deliciosa, whether for home care or for growers, the phenomenon of soft and drooping leaves is very common. So what should be done when Monstera deliciosa leaves become soft and droop? Let's take a look below!
1. Water reasonably
Monstera deliciosa is a plant that likes to grow in a humid environment. During cultivation, if Monstera deliciosa is in a water-deficient environment for a long time, then the leaves will become dull and soft due to lack of water. At this time, we should water it in time to prevent the stems and leaves from turning yellow and drying up due to too long a period of water deficiency. But overwatering can also cause root rot in Monstera deliciosa, and similarly cause the phenomenon of soft and drooping leaves. Therefore, we should pay attention to reasonable watering, ensuring soil moisture content while avoiding water accumulation. If water accumulation occurs, pay attention to timely drainage.
2. Fertilize scientifically
Although Monstera deliciosa has a high demand for fertilizer, its tolerance to concentrated fertilizer is very poor. And excessive fertilization is also a main cause of soft and drooping Monstera deliciosa leaves. If the leaves of Monstera deliciosa show yellowing and it is caused by fertilizer, then it means that Monstera deliciosa has suffered from fertilizer damage for some time. If the leaves are soft, then it means that the fertilizer damage has only just begun not long ago. At this time, we should promptly apply a large amount of clean water to dilute the fertilizer, or change the soil to alleviate the fertilizer damage. After watering, do a good job of ventilation to avoid the soil being too moist and causing the opposite effect.
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Whether the soft and drooping Monstera deliciosa leaves are caused by overwatering or overfertilizing, the roots of Monstera deliciosa have basically already rotted. Because of the root rot, the roots cannot absorb nutrients and water. Therefore, at this time we should promptly dig out the plant, then disinfect the scissors and cut off the rotted parts of the roots. Then soak the roots in a solution such as potassium permanganate to disinfect them. Usually after soaking for about 30 minutes, they can be replanted into the soil.
4. Control light
Monstera deliciosa is a plant with very strong shade tolerance, and it also likes to grow in shaded environments. Therefore, its tolerance to strong light is very poor, so during cultivation, if Monstera deliciosa is placed in an environment with strong light, then the leaves will gradually become soft and droop due to direct sunlight. If it is caused by light, then shade it in time, and it can generally recover to normal in about 3-4 hours. Although the remedy is simple, be careful not to let strong light shine directly on it. If this continues for a long time, the growth of Monstera deliciosa will be severely inhibited, so everyone should pay more attention.
The above is a brief introduction to what to do when Monstera deliciosa leaves become soft and droop. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and we hope it can help everyone!