This beautiful discoloration appeared on my monstera deli...
This beautiful discoloration appeared on my monstera deliciosa leaf almost 4 weeks ago. When I first saw it I said “WOW THAT IS BEAUTIFUL” until I quickly remembered my deliciosa is not veriagated😭 I got very nervous for her.
Here we are almost 4 weeks later- the patch has not changed size or color, the leaves are still beautifully glossy and firm, no brown edges or crispy tips, no wet tissue, and is actively growing and completely attached to the moss pole with aerial roots.
My research told me this can happen for a multitude of reasons, and also that the leaf could basically be unbothered even with that spot. Ever seen or heard of that before?
I don’t knew what caused it, but I’m gonna take it as luck. Because I personally think it’s beautiful🤷♂️ Hopefully she stays with me:) I shall update #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PropagationStation #SucculentLove #PlantTherapy #GrowLights #NewPlantMom #MonsteraMonday #PlantCorner
Here we are almost 4 weeks later- the patch has not changed size or color, the leaves are still beautifully glossy and firm, no brown edges or crispy tips, no wet tissue, and is actively growing and completely attached to the moss pole with aerial roots.
My research told me this can happen for a multitude of reasons, and also that the leaf could basically be unbothered even with that spot. Ever seen or heard of that before?
I don’t knew what caused it, but I’m gonna take it as luck. Because I personally think it’s beautiful🤷♂️ Hopefully she stays with me:) I shall update #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PropagationStation #SucculentLove #PlantTherapy #GrowLights #NewPlantMom #MonsteraMonday #PlantCorner
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@Bmd Oh goodness, YES! They might not die for a while, but they will definitely not grow properly or happily. Now, while it’s true that sunlight is the primary source of plants nutrition, it doesn’t allow plants to generate ALL their nutrients. Just like we need to eat certain things to get our vitamins and minerals. Fertilizer is like vitamins for us. Imagine what you might be like, and how you would feel, if all you ever ate was meat and potatoes, and didn’t ever have a salad? We don’t primarily eat salads and plain vegetables to feel full, we eat them for their nutrients! What if you never had any citrus? (I’ve actually experienced what happens then, 😬almost got scurvy once! 🏴☠️ 0/10 do NOT recommend, yarrr) What if you didn’t get any calcium or magnesium (which, coincidentally is something plants also need) or folate?
When plants are outdoors or in their native habitats they get their nutrients from the soil. From leaf litter and animal deposits, and logs decomposing and recycling their nutrients back. When we bring them indoors, and cut them off from this source, we must supplement them ourselves. I give my plants a weak but consistent dose of fertilizer because this closest to how they get their nutrients outdoors. Slow and steady. Less is more, but they do need *some.*
I completely understand the sentiment in conflicting information online! It is important to be extremely wary of plant videos online. More often than not, these people have only had plants for a few years, do not have the knowledge, nor experience, and are not an accurate source of information, they can even give you dangerous advice. 🤨 When im trying to find info online i will often include “site:edu” or “university extension” in my search parameters to bring up research and university sources. Kew Gardens and the Missouri Botanical Garden can be good sources as well.
If your petioles droop when they are not attached by a clip, this could be another tic in the “watering issue” column, (but not the only possible reason).
When plants are outdoors or in their native habitats they get their nutrients from the soil. From leaf litter and animal deposits, and logs decomposing and recycling their nutrients back. When we bring them indoors, and cut them off from this source, we must supplement them ourselves. I give my plants a weak but consistent dose of fertilizer because this closest to how they get their nutrients outdoors. Slow and steady. Less is more, but they do need *some.*
I completely understand the sentiment in conflicting information online! It is important to be extremely wary of plant videos online. More often than not, these people have only had plants for a few years, do not have the knowledge, nor experience, and are not an accurate source of information, they can even give you dangerous advice. 🤨 When im trying to find info online i will often include “site:edu” or “university extension” in my search parameters to bring up research and university sources. Kew Gardens and the Missouri Botanical Garden can be good sources as well.
If your petioles droop when they are not attached by a clip, this could be another tic in the “watering issue” column, (but not the only possible reason).
@Bmd Hi Brandon. Do you have a grow light that was shining right there while it was unfurling or shortly after? Or a shaft of sunlight perhaps? Looks to me like possibly the start of a sunburn. 🤔
@DreamMachine hi Nadia!
I do have grow lights on her and she sits in bright indirect sun as well. But she’s been in the same spot for a very long long time and produced her first fenestrations ect there. So I know the spot it’s in is great for the plant.
The thing is, this leaf is not new. It’s one of the oldest leaves actually. This seemed to just occur randomly and the discoloration is not spreading. It’s looked like this for almost 4 weeks. I would think the damage would be a lot worse.
The plant is super healthy so I’m unsure what it is, but I don’t think it’s anything with sun or grow lights
I do have grow lights on her and she sits in bright indirect sun as well. But she’s been in the same spot for a very long long time and produced her first fenestrations ect there. So I know the spot it’s in is great for the plant.
The thing is, this leaf is not new. It’s one of the oldest leaves actually. This seemed to just occur randomly and the discoloration is not spreading. It’s looked like this for almost 4 weeks. I would think the damage would be a lot worse.
The plant is super healthy so I’m unsure what it is, but I don’t think it’s anything with sun or grow lights
@Bmd ah, I see. Is this the oldest leaf? Or just one of the older leaves? And do you fertilize at all? I’m afraid I’m turning off the lights now , but I’ll respond again in the morning!
@DreamMachine just one of the older leaves, but definitely not the oldest. I have never fertilized her.
I honestly think like it’s a sector of altered chlorophyll 🤷♂️ I read that a plant can sometimes have a localized loss of chlorophyll and I think that’s what I’m seeing.
Because if it was any other factor I feel as if the whole plant would have shown signs. Not just this one random leaf.
Have a great night Nadia! Talk soon
I honestly think like it’s a sector of altered chlorophyll 🤷♂️ I read that a plant can sometimes have a localized loss of chlorophyll and I think that’s what I’m seeing.
Because if it was any other factor I feel as if the whole plant would have shown signs. Not just this one random leaf.
Have a great night Nadia! Talk soon
@DreamMachine this was the first photo I took of it when I notice the discoloration. This was taken June 22nd. So at this point, at least 4 weeks.
@Bmd okay, I am leaning towards this being a watering issue. We can ask our resident expert to be sure though. @SuperbRaspfern Shannon, would you please tell us what you think here? ♥️🌻
Also, Brandon, I will highly recommend starting on a complete fertilizer. Superthrive Foliage Pro (9-3-6) is a great product and has all the macro and micro nutrients plants need. Monsteras are pretty heavy feeders, and I give them a weak dose of fertilizer with every watering during the growing season. (e.g. 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon foliage pro per gallon of water)
And just an aside; I would also recommend removing any clips that are holding your petioles to the pole. They can and do move their leaves about ☺️
Also, Brandon, I will highly recommend starting on a complete fertilizer. Superthrive Foliage Pro (9-3-6) is a great product and has all the macro and micro nutrients plants need. Monsteras are pretty heavy feeders, and I give them a weak dose of fertilizer with every watering during the growing season. (e.g. 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon foliage pro per gallon of water)
And just an aside; I would also recommend removing any clips that are holding your petioles to the pole. They can and do move their leaves about ☺️
@DreamMachine thank you for the recommendations. I do have Superthrive I’ve just never used it. will this plant die without it or not grow properly? I prefer to give my plants/spray my plants with nothing but water.
I appreciate your help! Excited to see what @SuperbRaspfern says to get a 3rd opinion.
Firm and glossy, no expanding, the blotch is not entirely uniform with the leaf, no crispy edges or soft tissue, and no other leaves showing signs. I don’t know why I truly believe it’s not a watering issue. It’s in a really good soil with a great mix of perlite and lecca. And I’m not following a schedule of like 7-10 day watering. I’m doing it actively based on the wetness of the soil. I’m pretty careful about it.
It’s so weird because so many people tell me to take the clips off, but then I see so many people and videos attaching the petioles to the pole🤷♂️ it looks ugly when they aren’t attached, like a couple flyaway hairs.
I appreciate your help! Excited to see what @SuperbRaspfern says to get a 3rd opinion.
Firm and glossy, no expanding, the blotch is not entirely uniform with the leaf, no crispy edges or soft tissue, and no other leaves showing signs. I don’t know why I truly believe it’s not a watering issue. It’s in a really good soil with a great mix of perlite and lecca. And I’m not following a schedule of like 7-10 day watering. I’m doing it actively based on the wetness of the soil. I’m pretty careful about it.
It’s so weird because so many people tell me to take the clips off, but then I see so many people and videos attaching the petioles to the pole🤷♂️ it looks ugly when they aren’t attached, like a couple flyaway hairs.
@DreamMachine wow ok this makes much sense. Maybe I will lightly work it into the schedule. Thank you for all this information Nadia, you are amazing!
@Bmd my pleasure Brandon! ☺️ You remind me a bit of how I was when I started, so keep it up! 👍Lightly working it in is 👌
Start slowly with small amounts, and remember that not all plants have the same nutrient requirements. Prayers plants for example, like I know you now have, are light feeders. They do not want a lot, or they might burn. I fertilize them (1/8 - 1/4 tsp foliage pro per gallon water) every OTHER watering, during the growing season. My monsteras, on the other hand, get sad if they miss even one fertilizing. I stop fertilizing all plants shortly after winter solstice, only to pick up again in spring when I see growth happening. Your plants can live decades that way, with a small, steady supply of nutrients most of the year with a winter resting period. 🧘🛌
Start slowly with small amounts, and remember that not all plants have the same nutrient requirements. Prayers plants for example, like I know you now have, are light feeders. They do not want a lot, or they might burn. I fertilize them (1/8 - 1/4 tsp foliage pro per gallon water) every OTHER watering, during the growing season. My monsteras, on the other hand, get sad if they miss even one fertilizing. I stop fertilizing all plants shortly after winter solstice, only to pick up again in spring when I see growth happening. Your plants can live decades that way, with a small, steady supply of nutrients most of the year with a winter resting period. 🧘🛌
@DreamMachine haha you are totally right. It takes one to know one 😉
I have zero idea what happened!
This is an old leaf, not the oldest. So I know it doesn’t have anything to do with light and unfurling. Randomly 4 weeks ago, this patch lost its color on this leaf and this leaf only. There is no browning , no drooping, no crispy edges. No other leaves show any signs of damage and the newest first fenestrated leaf is currently hardening off- so the plant is very healthy.
I’m very good with watering, I don’t water in a schedule- I water based off the dirt. And my tactics have not changed since I got this plant.
But it’s been 4 weeks, the patch has not gotten any bigger. Not rot or mush or blackening. Everything is green glossy and firm.
Like I mentioned before, I think I’m experiencing a localized loss of chlorophyll. Also called Chlorosis This apparently happens to plants, for a multitude of reasons. It won’t spread and the plant will be healthy still. Basically a permanent bruise. But I’m okay with it, it’s gorgeous .
I have zero idea what happened!
This is an old leaf, not the oldest. So I know it doesn’t have anything to do with light and unfurling. Randomly 4 weeks ago, this patch lost its color on this leaf and this leaf only. There is no browning , no drooping, no crispy edges. No other leaves show any signs of damage and the newest first fenestrated leaf is currently hardening off- so the plant is very healthy.
I’m very good with watering, I don’t water in a schedule- I water based off the dirt. And my tactics have not changed since I got this plant.
But it’s been 4 weeks, the patch has not gotten any bigger. Not rot or mush or blackening. Everything is green glossy and firm.
Like I mentioned before, I think I’m experiencing a localized loss of chlorophyll. Also called Chlorosis This apparently happens to plants, for a multitude of reasons. It won’t spread and the plant will be healthy still. Basically a permanent bruise. But I’m okay with it, it’s gorgeous .
@Bmd oh I’m sorry, I wasn’t clear! I meant, how did the damage happen on the newest leaf, the fenestrated one?
@DreamMachine I knew there was gonna be damage when it was unfurling. The piece got a little crunchy as it got stuck in the sheath. I ended up having to slightly unfurl for rescue. The piece was there, I took it off myself because it was ugly.
Hi Brandon. I have bad news for you. @DreamMachine Nadia, thank you for the tag.
I can tell by looking at her that she is overwatered. She is unfortunately not variegated. The leaves should be pointed upward & be deep green on a properly watered monstera. When they face down like that it's because she's sitting in too much water. The leaves should feel firm and stiff. Yours may feel soft and a bit mushy and likely heavy.
When you water, water is absorbed from the roots and travels up within her vascular system or xylem. So the bottom of the plant shows the damage first.
When I zoom in I can see where she has had ruptured cells from too much water. I zoomed in and circled some of them for you. That way you can see what I am seeing. The cells got too full from edema it caused blisters within the leaf. The cells burst and when that happens the cells within are damaged.
Now, when those cells get damaged can indeed look like variegation. The reason is pretty simple. When they get overwatered the are essentially drowning and unable to absorb oxygen. When a plant can't access oxygen she loses the ability to absorb nutrients that help her produce chlorophyl. Chlorophyl is what makes a plant green. When they lack chlorophyl a leaf can become white and even translucent.
I do question why part of a leaf is missing. Was it brown as mushy? Did you remove that part of the leaf? Or, did it just get damaged from a pet or something?
The reason I ask is because if it was brown. Then you need to check her for root rot. Ofherwise she will get further damage.
Make sure you start watering less. If you are keeping the moss pole wet, then that definitely will contribute to your problem. Excess water drains into the soil and adds continual moisture to the soil.
I have another day in the garden tomorrow. If that leaf was brown. Nadia can definitely help you out for the root rot treatment.
If either Nadia or you have further questions feel free to ask. I just might take a little while go get back to you. I shared a couple photos of some of my monsteras for you so you can see how the leaves should stand. And also my veggie garden that's keeping me so busy. These photos were taken a couple weeks ago. It's bigger now.
Sorry for the very late response. My garden is growing like crazy and I have been canning and freezing veggies like crazy. It's a good busy though!!! Yesterday a chopped and froze tons on Delicata squash and corn.
Today I made pizza sauce, pickled peppers (bell, cayanne and banana). And canned tomato.
I knew a heat wave was coming and I had to cover the soil with a layer of straw to insulate the roots so my garden doesn't die. That would make me cry 😭😢😫
I can tell by looking at her that she is overwatered. She is unfortunately not variegated. The leaves should be pointed upward & be deep green on a properly watered monstera. When they face down like that it's because she's sitting in too much water. The leaves should feel firm and stiff. Yours may feel soft and a bit mushy and likely heavy.
When you water, water is absorbed from the roots and travels up within her vascular system or xylem. So the bottom of the plant shows the damage first.
When I zoom in I can see where she has had ruptured cells from too much water. I zoomed in and circled some of them for you. That way you can see what I am seeing. The cells got too full from edema it caused blisters within the leaf. The cells burst and when that happens the cells within are damaged.
Now, when those cells get damaged can indeed look like variegation. The reason is pretty simple. When they get overwatered the are essentially drowning and unable to absorb oxygen. When a plant can't access oxygen she loses the ability to absorb nutrients that help her produce chlorophyl. Chlorophyl is what makes a plant green. When they lack chlorophyl a leaf can become white and even translucent.
I do question why part of a leaf is missing. Was it brown as mushy? Did you remove that part of the leaf? Or, did it just get damaged from a pet or something?
The reason I ask is because if it was brown. Then you need to check her for root rot. Ofherwise she will get further damage.
Make sure you start watering less. If you are keeping the moss pole wet, then that definitely will contribute to your problem. Excess water drains into the soil and adds continual moisture to the soil.
I have another day in the garden tomorrow. If that leaf was brown. Nadia can definitely help you out for the root rot treatment.
If either Nadia or you have further questions feel free to ask. I just might take a little while go get back to you. I shared a couple photos of some of my monsteras for you so you can see how the leaves should stand. And also my veggie garden that's keeping me so busy. These photos were taken a couple weeks ago. It's bigger now.
Sorry for the very late response. My garden is growing like crazy and I have been canning and freezing veggies like crazy. It's a good busy though!!! Yesterday a chopped and froze tons on Delicata squash and corn.
Today I made pizza sauce, pickled peppers (bell, cayanne and banana). And canned tomato.
I knew a heat wave was coming and I had to cover the soil with a layer of straw to insulate the roots so my garden doesn't die. That would make me cry 😭😢😫
@SuperbRaspfern hi Shannon, thank you so much for this response! I really appreciate this info. Your plants are beautiful, I strive to do what you’re doing one day.
The thing that intrest me is that this appeared 4 weeks ago. With no other signs of any damage to the plant. The missing part was a humidity problem and the leaf was very dry. I knew it was stuck but I didn’t want to touch it so i left it. It eventually unfurled but I didn’t like how it looked so I took the piece off. But the leaf is is perfectly healthy otherwise.
Maybe I should I take it out and look a the roots? Although I’m scared of disturbing it.
I do water the moss pole, but really only where I see the big thick root entering. And I have a ceiling fan constantly running over the plants so the moss pole seems to dry out faster.
The thing that intrest me is that this appeared 4 weeks ago. With no other signs of any damage to the plant. The missing part was a humidity problem and the leaf was very dry. I knew it was stuck but I didn’t want to touch it so i left it. It eventually unfurled but I didn’t like how it looked so I took the piece off. But the leaf is is perfectly healthy otherwise.
Maybe I should I take it out and look a the roots? Although I’m scared of disturbing it.
I do water the moss pole, but really only where I see the big thick root entering. And I have a ceiling fan constantly running over the plants so the moss pole seems to dry out faster.
Thanks Brandon. I grew all my monsteras from seed.
Was she a new plant when the leaf got stuck. Meaning did you buy it and she had a furled leaf?
Because when you repot, buy a plant with a new leaf etc. They shock stalling growth. Those leaves that are furled at the time I consider disposable. They always get stuck because of the shock.
Also, if that's the case she was likely overwatered at the nursery. You brought her home wet (from their watering). She stalled growth from shock, absorbed too much water and boom damaged cells.
Shock can last quite some time and that could be why all that happened. Just trying spitball some scenarios that can cause it.
If that's what happened when you introduce new plants. Water sparingly, even if they are dry. If they need water just a small amount, don't wet the soil completely. And wait until NEW leaves start to form to water like normal. That's how you can tell shock has passed.
Was she a new plant when the leaf got stuck. Meaning did you buy it and she had a furled leaf?
Because when you repot, buy a plant with a new leaf etc. They shock stalling growth. Those leaves that are furled at the time I consider disposable. They always get stuck because of the shock.
Also, if that's the case she was likely overwatered at the nursery. You brought her home wet (from their watering). She stalled growth from shock, absorbed too much water and boom damaged cells.
Shock can last quite some time and that could be why all that happened. Just trying spitball some scenarios that can cause it.
If that's what happened when you introduce new plants. Water sparingly, even if they are dry. If they need water just a small amount, don't wet the soil completely. And wait until NEW leaves start to form to water like normal. That's how you can tell shock has passed.
Goodmorning!
No I didn’t buy the plant with a furled leaf. I got the plant from my brother in laws mother plant. There wasn’t even a tip showing for that fenestrated leaf- it was not there.
I watched it pop out beginning to end. The leaf came completely healthy. It got caught within its own fenestrations and got dry. As you can see the piece still attached here. I ripped it off myself, or else it would still be attached.
This plant has been sitting in the same spot, same soil, same conditions for a long time. I even actually got it back to proper health. Look at the big taco leaf, compared to how I got it a couple months later.
The spot is fine, the watering is fine, the sun is fine.
So none of those can be possibilities. Because I’ve only watched the plant *get noticeably healthier *
Like I said, This spot appeared out of nowhere 4 weeks ago. It has not spread, no browning, no mush, no crispness, no softness of the leaves, no root rot, no pests, no disease. The rest of the plant is showing nothing wrong. And then again, I don’t believe that spot would stay the same for 4 weeks if it was something serious. I only water my plants when it’s proper to water them, same way same time same amount.
I get a lot of suggestions on what’s causing it, and the suggestions are usually based on my low account xp. I am new to plants, but not started yesterday new to plants.
I take care of them, and can say it is not a water problem.
No I didn’t buy the plant with a furled leaf. I got the plant from my brother in laws mother plant. There wasn’t even a tip showing for that fenestrated leaf- it was not there.
I watched it pop out beginning to end. The leaf came completely healthy. It got caught within its own fenestrations and got dry. As you can see the piece still attached here. I ripped it off myself, or else it would still be attached.
This plant has been sitting in the same spot, same soil, same conditions for a long time. I even actually got it back to proper health. Look at the big taco leaf, compared to how I got it a couple months later.
The spot is fine, the watering is fine, the sun is fine.
So none of those can be possibilities. Because I’ve only watched the plant *get noticeably healthier *
Like I said, This spot appeared out of nowhere 4 weeks ago. It has not spread, no browning, no mush, no crispness, no softness of the leaves, no root rot, no pests, no disease. The rest of the plant is showing nothing wrong. And then again, I don’t believe that spot would stay the same for 4 weeks if it was something serious. I only water my plants when it’s proper to water them, same way same time same amount.
I get a lot of suggestions on what’s causing it, and the suggestions are usually based on my low account xp. I am new to plants, but not started yesterday new to plants.
I take care of them, and can say it is not a water problem.
@SuperbRaspfern Hi Shannon!
Just an update 2 weeks later :)
This is now totaling 6 weeks since this random discoloration appeared on my monstera deliciosa. Still no signs of stress to the plant whatsoever.
Again, the spot has not spread and has not gotten worse. The leaf is beautifully firm and glossy. No crisp, no mush.
Any other ideas?
Just an update 2 weeks later :)
This is now totaling 6 weeks since this random discoloration appeared on my monstera deliciosa. Still no signs of stress to the plant whatsoever.
Again, the spot has not spread and has not gotten worse. The leaf is beautifully firm and glossy. No crisp, no mush.
Any other ideas?
Well beyond the water. Which I stand by she is getting too much or her leaves would be upright. She also has leaves with edges that are curling down. She's trying to release as much water as she can through transpiration (when they release water vapor).
Her leaves should be upright and you want her leaves flat (except new ones). They take a few weeks to harden up and become firm and rigid.
I also agree with Nadia. That nutrients are especially important for monsteras. They grow really fast and that growth needs nutrients to sustain and keep healthy. A lack of magnesium and nitrogen wil absolutely affect her chlorophyll production.
The white part will stay white no matter what you do. Once a leaf is formed the cellular makeup is complete. It lacks chloroplasts and can no longer produce the green color.
Chloroplasts are actually sort of complicated.
They have membranes that protect the specialized thylakoids inside. The thylakoids are little sacs that catch the sunlight. The grana inside of the membranes are stacks of thylakoids. The chloroplast then creates sugars in its Stroma, which is a fluid surrounding the stacks of thykaloids.
So it's sorta like a birth defect in the leaf. You can't change it.
It's also possible she was simply stressed when that particular leaf formed. Which can damage the chloroplasts and chlorophyll in one area.
The other possible cases would be the leaf sustained stress somehow destroying the cells in that one spot. Perhaps too much direct sun one day? That leaf may have experienced a cold draft or even just gotten bumped a little too hard.
You gotta remember they are living things and sustain bumps and bruises, burns and damage just like we do. It happens, even if we try to do everything right.
Hopefully this eases your mind a bit. I know you are worried about her. That makes you a great plant parent. She looks really good overall. Honestly, I would tell you otherwise. I am ALWAYS honest. Sometimes to a fault.
Which I just remembered I read that you spray your plant with mist or something. DO NOT do that. It creates an environment that will cause bacterial and fungal infections on your plants.
You can however add a humidifier your monstera would be sooo happy. They don't cause fungal infections. Just be sure it's a cool humidifier. Don't ever use a warm humidifier it can cause mold and other issues.
As you add to your collection you can also group your plants together as they transpire and release water vapor the plants get more humidity. My plant room has very high humidity because of all the plants. It feels like a jungle.
Sorry for replying so late. I was in the hospital today with a family member all day. 🩷
@DreamMachine
Her leaves should be upright and you want her leaves flat (except new ones). They take a few weeks to harden up and become firm and rigid.
I also agree with Nadia. That nutrients are especially important for monsteras. They grow really fast and that growth needs nutrients to sustain and keep healthy. A lack of magnesium and nitrogen wil absolutely affect her chlorophyll production.
The white part will stay white no matter what you do. Once a leaf is formed the cellular makeup is complete. It lacks chloroplasts and can no longer produce the green color.
Chloroplasts are actually sort of complicated.
They have membranes that protect the specialized thylakoids inside. The thylakoids are little sacs that catch the sunlight. The grana inside of the membranes are stacks of thylakoids. The chloroplast then creates sugars in its Stroma, which is a fluid surrounding the stacks of thykaloids.
So it's sorta like a birth defect in the leaf. You can't change it.
It's also possible she was simply stressed when that particular leaf formed. Which can damage the chloroplasts and chlorophyll in one area.
The other possible cases would be the leaf sustained stress somehow destroying the cells in that one spot. Perhaps too much direct sun one day? That leaf may have experienced a cold draft or even just gotten bumped a little too hard.
You gotta remember they are living things and sustain bumps and bruises, burns and damage just like we do. It happens, even if we try to do everything right.
Hopefully this eases your mind a bit. I know you are worried about her. That makes you a great plant parent. She looks really good overall. Honestly, I would tell you otherwise. I am ALWAYS honest. Sometimes to a fault.
Which I just remembered I read that you spray your plant with mist or something. DO NOT do that. It creates an environment that will cause bacterial and fungal infections on your plants.
You can however add a humidifier your monstera would be sooo happy. They don't cause fungal infections. Just be sure it's a cool humidifier. Don't ever use a warm humidifier it can cause mold and other issues.
As you add to your collection you can also group your plants together as they transpire and release water vapor the plants get more humidity. My plant room has very high humidity because of all the plants. It feels like a jungle.
Sorry for replying so late. I was in the hospital today with a family member all day. 🩷
@DreamMachine
@SuperbRaspfern oh no! I hope they’re okay? 🥺🫂 ❤️🩹
I always love your mini botany lessons + honesty🥰 (I’ve been called ‘forthright’ 😄)
I always love your mini botany lessons + honesty🥰 (I’ve been called ‘forthright’ 😄)
@SuperbRaspfern thank you so much Shannon. I will definitely be taking all this info into account. I have realized that because I took the stakes out of the moss pole- and planted it straight into soil, it created a perfect tunnel for the moss pole water to go directly into the soil/roots. And I wasn’t noticing 🤦♂️ oy. Along with I’m sure many other things I’m doing wrong 🤷♂️ Thank you so much for the reply!
I truly hope you and your family are ok! 🙏
thank you so much Shannon.
@DreamMachine and thank you Nadia, as always!
I truly hope you and your family are ok! 🙏
thank you so much Shannon.
@DreamMachine and thank you Nadia, as always!
@Bmd ahh, glad this helped narrow down the cause! But you’re not alone…we all have plenty of “oops” moments along the way. (I’m on my 3rd or 4th string of pearls…but my SoP, now, is the healthiest and longest lived I’ve ever had!) Learning and figuring out what happened only makes you better and better 😄