Root Rot on monstera deliciosa
What's Happening
Advanced root rot can travel up the stem, necessitating the sacrifice of the root system. Recovery is possible through "wet stick" propagation�using a leafless node that still contains an axillary bud and sufficient energy reserves.
How to Fix It
- 1
Cut the stem into individual nodes, ensuring each has an axillary bud (the eye).
- 2
Allow cut ends to callous for 24-48 hours (critical for thick-stemmed Monstera).
- 3
Place on a bed of damp sphagnum moss in a high-humidity prop box or plastic bag.
- 4
Provide bright indirect light and keep temps between 70-80�F to trigger bud activation.
How to Prevent It
Use highly aerated substrate (aroid mix) and terracotta pots to prevent anaerobic soil conditions.
Related Problems
Same Problem on Other Plants
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