Turtle back bamboo aerial rooting makes you become a plant expert in seconds!
Hi plant lovers, have you ever encountered a situation where your monstera at home has grown aerial roots, but you don't know what to do with it? Don't worry, today I'm going to give you a science popularization of the treatment method of aerial rooting of monstera, so that you can easily become a plant expert!
1.What is Monstera spp. aerial rooting?
Monstera is a very popular indoor green plant, and its leaves have a unique shape like a turtle's back, which is very recognizable. Aerial roots are some slender, white roots that grow from the stems of the monstera during the growth process, and they usually grow on the stems and leaves of the plant.
2.Why does it take root?
There are many reasons why Monstera sinensis grows and takes root. First of all, when the root system of monstera does not absorb enough water and nutrients, it will prompt it to grow aerial roots to find more nutrients and water. Secondly, excessive humidity in the environment will also promote the growth of aerial roots. In addition, changes in the growth environment, lack of light and other reasons may also cause the monstera to grow aerial roots.
3.How to deal with the aerial roots of monstera?
There are several main ways to deal with the aerial rooting of Monstera
Pruning method: If the aerial roots are too long, you can prune them to the right length and bury them in the soil to let them grow naturally. This method can make the root system of monstera more robust and improve the plant's absorption capacity.
Cuttings: If there are excess aerial roots, they can be cut off and propagated by cuttings. This method can increase the amount of monstera and make your home greener.
Maintain ambient humidity: In order to prevent the growth of aerial roots, you can keep the ambient humidity within a suitable range. For example, in the dry season, you can spray water frequently to moisturize and make the growing environment of monstera more comfortable.
Provide plenty of light: Light is one of the important factors for the growth of Monstera. In order for monstera to grow healthily, make sure they receive enough light. Monstera can be placed in a sunny area, or plant lights can be used to provide light.
4.Precautions
When dealing with the aerial roots of Monstera, the following points should be noted:
Do not over-prune the aerial roots to avoid damage to the plant.
When propagating cuttings, choose healthy shoots and aerial roots.
When handling aerial roots, care should be taken to maintain hygiene and avoid infection with germs.
It is not difficult to deal with the aerial roots of Monstera, as long as you master the correct methods and precautions, you can easily make your Monstera more healthy and beautiful. If you have any other questions about plant maintenance, please leave a message below! Remember to follow me and let's become a botanical expert together!