Monstera Dubia

Monstera Dubia Soil

Monstera Dubia will like to be grown in well-draining, airy soil that has plenty of organic matter. You may create a perfect mix at home by mixing orchid park, peat moss or coco coir, and perlite. However, as this plant requires loose soil made for aroids, a typical potting soil will likely be too dense. 

Monstera Dubia Fertilizer

As Monstera Dubia is considered a moderate feeder, it will benefit from monthly feeding during the warm growing months of spring and summer. Select a balanced liquid fertilizer indicated for houseplants. Avoid feeding your Monstera during fall and winter and be sure to follow all label instructions so you do not overfeed, as this may lead to damaging the plant. 

Monstera Dubia Watering

Although your Monstera can withstand a bit of neglect, you should not allow your plant to dry out often. Instead, you should rewater your Monstera after the top 1-2 inches of soil become dry. 

Monstera Dubia Light Requirements

Your Monstera Dubia will grow best when grown in bright indirect light. However, avoid placing your plant into too much direct sunlight as this may burn the foliage of your plant. 

Monstera Dubia Temperature & Humidity

As Monstera Dubia is a tropical plant, it will enjoy being grown in a warm, humid environment. Your Monstera should be fine if grown in average indoor temperatures and humidity, but you should be sure not to expose your plant to drastic fluctuations in temperature. Therefore, avoid placing your Monstera near a heating vent, AC unit, or drafty window. If you live in an especially arid environment, you may need to add more humidity to your home. 

Repotting Monstera Dubia

You should repot your Monstera Dubia after you find roots poking out from its container’s drainage holes. Select a container that is 1-2 inches larger than the previous container. Repot your plant, refresh the soil, tamp lightly, water thoroughly, and place in indirect light. 

Monstera Dubia Maintenance & Pruning

Periodically prune any dead, discolored, or diseased foliage using sharp, clean pruning shears. Cuttings may be used for propagating. 

Monstera Dubia Propagation

You may easily propagate your Monstera Dubia through stem cuttings. First, cut the stem just below a node using sharp, clean shears to take a stem cutting. Next, place the cutting into bright, indirect light. After the roots are around one inch long, you should plant your cutting into soil. Next, water newly potted cutting and keep it moist and in place in indirect light. 

Monstera Dubia Toxicity

Toxicity to Humans

Monstera Dubia is considered toxic to humans and should never be ingested due to its calcium oxalate crystal content. 

Toxicity to Cats & Dogs

Unfortunately, Monstera Dubia is considered toxic to animals and should never be consumed. However, if you suspect that your cat or dog has ingested any portion of this plant contact your veterinarian or animal poison control. 

Monstera Dubia Problems

Monstera Dubia Leaves Turning Yellow

The most common cause of foliage yellowing is due to overwatering. Ensure that you do not allow your plant to sit in standing water within its drainage tray. 

Monstera Dubia Leaves Turning Brown

When the foliage of your Monstera Dubia turns brown, it is typically due to underwatering. Ensure that you do not allow your plant to sit in excess water within the drainage tray. 

Monstera Dubia Diseases

While Monstera Dubia is not known to be prone to any diseases, it is susceptible to issues related to overwatering such as root rot. 

Monstera Dubia Pests

Monstera Dubia is susceptible to infestation from common indoor plant pests such as spider mites, scale, and more. Upon identification of infestation, isolate your plant, and treat the plant with a pesticide such as insecticidal soap or neem oil. 

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