What to Do When Monstera Leaves Turn Yellow? A Full Guide to Growing Methods and Precautions

Monstera deliciosa, also known as the ceriman, has highly ornamental value because of its unusually shaped leaves. Besides being attractive, Monstera deliciosa can also remove formaldehyde and has a strong air-purifying ability, so many people like to grow it at home, and quite a few even keep it in the bedroom.

Many netizens who grow Monstera deliciosa may run into the problem of yellowing leaves during the growing process. What exactly causes Monstera deliciosa leaves to turn yellow?

In fact, Monstera deliciosa leaves turn yellow because the plant does not get enough nutrients during its growth, so certain parts of the plant fail to absorb enough nutrients, and when this happens the leaves droop and turn yellow. In addition, a long period without water will also cause Monstera deliciosa leaves to turn yellow. But here it should be noted that you only need to water when you see the soil is a little dry. Never water too much, otherwise it can easily affect the breathing of the Monstera deliciosa roots. Generally speaking, yellowing Monstera deliciosa leaves are mostly caused by insufficient nutrients.

However, when Monstera deliciosa leaves do turn yellow, do not be too nervous. You can try fertilizing outside the roots. The purpose of doing this is to make up for the lack of nutrients in the soil, so as to solve the problem of fertilizer deficiency inside the plant, letting nutrient elements seep through the leaf epidermal cells and stomata into the leaf tissues and then be transported throughout the plant. Secondly, you can also regularly spray foliar fertilizer on Monstera deliciosa leaves, which helps the leaves absorb nutrients faster and more fully. Finally, you should also clear away diseases such as leaf spot, leaf blight and stem rot on Monstera deliciosa, ensuring that it can obtain sufficient nutrients and no longer turn yellow with withered leaves.

As for watering, Monstera deliciosa likes a moist environment, so you only need to keep the potting soil moist. Of course, in summer you should also frequently mist the leaves and the surrounding environment of Monstera deliciosa, which helps the leaf surfaces get water and increases air humidity.