As one of the most popular houseplants, the Monstera is actually very robust. But she is not spared from illnesses either. Here you can read which fungal diseases often occur in Monstera and what you can do if your plant is affected.
How do I recognize and treat fungal diseases on my Monstera?
Monstera fungi such as leaf spot and eyespot appear as brown spots on the leaves. Affected leaves should be removed and the plant treated with a fungicide. You can prevent this through proper care, sufficient light and a he althy plant broth.
Was the Monstera affected by leaf spot?
Leaf spot is a fungal pathogen that appears on the leaves in the form ofbrownish spots. These spots often have a black border and vary in size. If the fungus spreads to the entire leaf, it dies and falls off. You should act quickly at the first signs. Infected leaves must be cut off cleanly and disposed of with household waste. You then have to isolate the Monstera and combat it with a suitable fungicide to prevent the fungus from spreading further.
Does the Monstera have brown spots from eyespot disease?
The eyespot disease (Spilocaea oleagina) is also one of the most common fungal pathogens that affect Monstera. It causesround brown spots on the affected leaves, lighter on the inside and darker on the edges. The spots resemble eyes, hence its name. If you discover a finding, you must react quickly. Remove the affected leaves immediately with a disinfected knife and discard the leaves. This is usually enough and the plant recovers in the next few days.
How are fungal diseases on Monstera prevented?
It is often mistakes incarethat trigger fungal diseases in Monstera. If you take good care of your plant, it will thank you with a he althy appearance and magnificent large leaves. In addition, they develop a certain resistance to diseases and pathogens. Monstera actually doesn't need much:
- sufficient indirect light
- moderately moist substrate, so water regularly
- Avoid waterlogging
- Avoid direct sunlight
- fertilize every two weeks in summer
- let it rest in winter, water and fertilize less
- Cool location and avoid cool drafts
- water with low-lime water
Tip
Strengthen your Monstera with plant decoctions
As with us humans, a balanced and he althy diet also has a strong influence on the susceptibility of plants to disease. To prevent infections, treat your Monstera to a homemade plant decoction. Bring about a kilogram of freshly chopped horsetails and ten liters of rainwater to the boil and let it steep for 24 hours. After filtering, add it to the irrigation water.