Why Monstera Leaves Turn Brown

November 14, 2024 Post a Comment

Why monstera leaves turn brown

Light brown edges on the leaves means your monstera deliciosa needs more water. Consider watering more often, or just giving it more to drink once. The dead edges will remain dead, so feel free to trim the leaves in the shape they would grow to remove the dead parts.

Should I cut off brown Monstera leaves?

So make sure to prune your monstera! Pruning can also encourage your plant to grow and help you control where it puts out new leaves (and in the case of some plants, branches). Pruning is extra important for your monstera because sometimes it needs a little extra help getting rid of dead or dying leaves.

Why are my new Monstera leaves turning brown?

Why are my Monstera's new leaves brown or black before it unfurls? If your plant's new leaves are brown or black before it has even unfurled, your plant has most likely suffered from a very bad soil moisture imbalance. Either your soil has gone much too dry, or you plant has stayed wet for too long.

What does an overwatered Monstera look like?

Overwatered: If your monstera is getting too much water, you'll notice the older leaves, or the leaves toward the bottom of the plant, yellowing first. Underwatered: If your monstera is too dry, leaves all over the plant will start to turn yellow, possibly starting with the newer, more vulnerable leaves.

How often should I water a Monstera?

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. Pro tip: Monsteras can benefit from filtered water or water left out overnight before using.

Why is my Monstera brown and crispy?

Light brown spots and crispy edges on monstera leaves means the monstera needs more water. If the edges of your monstera turn a light brown color and get “crispy,” your plant might be thirsty! If the soil feels dry, give it a drink and consider watering a little more than usual.

How do you know if monstera is thirsty?

Like many plants, monsteras will often droop when they're thirsty. If you notice that your monstera's leaves are limp and drooping, check the soil and see if the top few inches are dry. If they are, water your plant. It should perk back up in a few hours!

Why are my monstera leaves curling and turning brown?

The most likely culprit is thirst or dryness. If your monstera's leaves are curling and even a little crunchy, that's a sure sign that it might not be getting enough water or that the environment is too dry.

Can brown monstera leaves recover?

Excessive Sunlight If your plant is sitting in a spot with direct sunlight, the leaves might burn and turn brown. Sadly, these scorched leaves will not recover. A south-facing window is too bright for your Monstera Deliciosa. You should move it to a location with better lighting conditions.

How do you perk up Monstera leaves?

Not enough humidity Your Monstera is a tropical plant, so it will thrive in more humid environments. Increase the humidity around your plant by misting the leaves on a regular basis, using a pebble tray, or moving a humidifier nearby.

How much light does Monstera need?

Monsteras like bright, indirect sunlight and will usually be happiest near a bright window where the sun's rays don't shine directly on the leaves. The best place for a monstera is often in an east-facing window or near a south-facing window.

Should I mist my Monstera deliciosa?

Monstera Deliciosa enjoys a humid environment, which is why we recommend frequent misting of its leaves. Alternatively, you can place your plant close to other plants, which increases the humidity of the air around them.

How do you know if your monstera is unhappy?

Put simply, there will be clear signs that your plant is unhappy. You should see the first signs of ill-health in the leaves. Wilting, curling at the edges, yellowing, turning crispy and brown at the edges… These are just some issues that you might come across.

Can monstera grow in full sun?

That being said, direct light isn't the best for a monstera and is the one light condition you should try to avoid. Bright, direct sunlight (meaning the sun's rays hit the leaves directly and the leaves actually cast a shadow) can burn the leaves, leaving ugly brown or tan spots that won't recover.

Can monstera get too much sun?

Monstera plants are tropical plants and will suffer from too much direct sunlight. In fact, their leaves will burn if they are exposed to direct sunlight from the afternoon sun. But too much light has other effects too. Excessive Drying: Direct sunlight can cause the pot to overheat and the soil to dry excessively.

Where do you put Monstera indoors?

Place your Monstera where it can receive medium to bright indirect light. While it is tolerant of lower light conditions, you may notice leggy growth as a result, so a spot where it will receive bright indirect light a few feet removed from a southern, western, or eastern facing window is ideal.

What is the best way to water Monstera?

Water Monstera once the top half of the potting soil is dry, but before the leaves droop and curl. Water thoroughly until the soil is evenly moist and water runs from the drainage holes. Use a well-draining pot and soil, and avoid letting the plant sit in water, as this will lead to root rot.

How do I know if my Monstera needs more or less water?

Signs a Monstera needs water include dry soil, drooping or sagging stems, curling or discolored leaves, and a lack of new leaves with fenestrations. Any of these can indicate that it's time to water a Monstera. Test the soil before watering to confirm if now is the right time to water the plant.

How do I know if my Monstera has root rot?

You'll notice dark brown to black spots on the lower leaves because they're the first to absorb the excess water and any fungus or bacterial that has infected the roots. You'll also notice wet soil, and if you remove your monstera from the pot, you'll probably find mushy, dark, smelly roots. Yuck!

Should I shower my monstera?

Tropical plants love the extra moisture If you have tropical houseplants like Monsteras, Rhaphidophoras, Philodendrons, and Alocasias that thrive in humid environments, they love a good shower since it increases the humidity levels around them.