Pothos stems have incredibly interesting roots when grown up a support stake. Just like the Monstera shown, they have the thick aerial roots and the smaller (I call them caterpillar feet) roots which latch on tight. Great video!
@@BrendaHudelson-rk3nm... probably not a good idea. They are great to have when making cuttings, as they will morph into a soil specific root. Your plant wants to climb, and cutting them off, as in wanting to change a support pole, is an extreme stressor.
I have several monsteras, bigboy green one, albo, thai constellation and i'm happy you put the right information out there to care of those beautiful plants. 💚
Those roots on the tree explained a lot for me. So there are airroots and grip roots. I’ve been doubting on whether to use a moss pole or just wood to support my monstera. It has now 2 meter long air roots and they are so beautiful!! Really gives you that jungle vibe. ❤
Great video. Simple message. Love it. I feel like those starting out in this hobby are super drawn to this plant and they’re not positioned well for success partially because they’re often half hazardously arranged by the growers. Once it became obvious to me there was a back, they made so much more sense. Light, nutrients, and plenty of breathing room for the roots made a difference too. Support is huge too. Good stuff. I’ll definitely share with people trying to master these.
4:49 thank you so much for this! i was looking high and low for a PROPER one and most of them just shows tying the leaves and i wonder why mine doesn't look good. after watching yours i took the opportunity to repot mine and adjust the pole accordingly. now lets hope for the best 🙂
It's pretty funny how often I see videos (and even popular TH-camr explainer-style videos) where people are attaching Monstera petioles (leaf stalks) to poles or whatnot and ignoring the main stem. Great video - hopefully it helps folks who are currently "miseducated" to understand what they should be doing to get their Monsteras growing the "right way."
Glad to finally see someone talking about the proper way to face the monstera when staking it. I rarely see anyone talk about this. Which is the reason my first monstera wasn't staked properly..and once those aerial roots, and roots in general really lock themselves in place...it's quite difficult to fix it.
I have even seen some TH-camrs perpetuate the myth that you can grow a plant from just a leaf. you can root a leaf, but it will never grow into a plant, unless there is a node.
If you are talking about the two roots yeah I was really excited when I noticed it. Every node produces one of the really long thick roots and then the internodal area can put out the smaller numerous grippers
Can Monsteras change their back over time? That is the case with my current monstera. I have a rather large one where the internodal space has grown relatively large as well probably because of the lack of light and it seems at least to me to sort of switch directions. I love your videos, especially this one. There are so many myths spread about houseplants and you clearing some of them up is really helpful
Hi! I have a very mature monstera. It has only 3 leaves. And it's been way too long since a new growth, its just not coming out. No matter how much sun. I just recently changed it's soil. Still no sign of growth. I was think of pruning the oldest stem to stimulate growth. But after this video I am afraid to do so. What would you suggest?
I cut my lower leafs multiple times and the plant doesn't even slow down. But I keep all the roots. I just stick them into the pot. I want my Monstera to grow tall like a tree rather than sideways besides the taller it gets the more holes and fenestrations I gets. Once it reach some hight I will air layer it and start a new plant and maybe shorten the old plant a litle so it has room to grow again. And that's my story. I am pretty sure wherever I cut it a new growth poit would appear somewhere. I've done this before.
You could paint it or wrap it in strange wrap. Kinda up to you. If it's too thin it will rot fast. You could always use a thick plastic pole in thr soil and attach thr wood to the plastic
I think I’am going to repot my plant in the same pot ,I just want to add a stakes in the pot. I have seen other videos and them people says to cut the babies leaves off .I heard that you say that’s not important Thanks for the voice
It depends on what you want, if you like the bush it's fine as it is. If you want to get larger and larger leaves then I would attach a pole to them. The other thing you can do(im not sure how big they are) is let them get a bit bigger and practice propagating the growth tips and once those root put them in their own pots on a pole and leave your big bushy one be(it re grows after you cut it)
@@sushiegirl@sushiegirl yes I have a much older video where I show how to take decent sized cuttings and the propagation process a few diff ways! The key to success is good light
I have another question for you if I may. My monstera gave me 2 new leaves last month but they’re both misshaped, like half leaves, should I cut them and what causes that? Thank you again 🙏 I just watched your other videos on monstera, very good info 🥰
I hope this isn't a stupid question because I have my first monstera deliciosa where do you get your planks And is it just like a wooden plank or is it something special? Or do you have to get Moss poles I am a little intimidated by the planking situation
In my experience, moss poles are not necessary for monstera deliciosas. Just get a wood plank (preferably cedar or something rot resistant), strap your plant to it, and you should be good :)
I just bought pine from thr local hardware store. I forget what the boards were called but they were very thin and about 8ft long so I cut them to the lengths I wanted. Cedar will last longer before it rots innthr pot but more expensive. The most important thing you need to get is UNTREATED. there are chemically treated boards that are sorta green that have chemicals to prevent growth of living stuff I don't know how much it would affect roots attaching but I wouldn't attempt it plus they are again more expensive
Me: "ahahaha people don't know the front from the back of their monstera?!" Also me: *pauses to take notes on how to differentiate the front from the back and stares at this for 5 minutes*
lmao, there is nothing wrong with not knowing something, its a whole other issue to make a video about how to orientate a monstera and do it wrong lol. There is a few big youtubers that just pump out content but its showing the wrong stuff
i avtually put my monstera deliciosa on a pole the wrong way, just stupid mistake i d8snt notice because I did so many. by time i noticed it had rooted in so well the wrong way and into the ground. the plant is twisting to right itself, but its wonky fir a bit hahaha. leaces kinda sticking out weird. the top of the plant is physically turning. there are 2 types of roots on most aroids.
My monstera is ornery, so I have a tie around a petiole where a new leaf is coming out bc that leaf made it fall off the support. ;( However, she does have lots of fenestrations on her so like I can't be mad yk?
(BIG GASP) 😱 I just pruned the suckers off. I wish I would have seen your video first! Now I’m terrified that it will hurt or kill my plant! It’s a not a full grown adult Monsterra, but it has some nice taller leaves and one is started to unfurl and it has fenestrations. Praying I have not just murdered my plant as I’m a newbie to Monsterras!
@@TechplantChannel ok, sorry then. It should produce more flowers and fruits - helps the promotion. And it is sad when a cousin species does not taste as good as the other family members. Maybe it had vitamins though :)
Pothos stems have incredibly interesting roots when grown up a support stake. Just like the Monstera shown, they have the thick aerial roots and the smaller (I call them caterpillar feet) roots which latch on tight. Great video!
Yeap they do the same thing! I noticed my giant pothos exploded in size when it started shooting out those roots
Can the caterpillar feet be cut off?
Those " caterpillar feet" are known as " holdfasts" they do the same thing many tendrils on other plants, like morning glory or cucumbers.
@@BrendaHudelson-rk3nm... probably not a good idea. They are great to have when making cuttings, as they will morph into a soil specific root. Your plant wants to climb, and cutting them off, as in wanting to change a support pole, is an extreme stressor.
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I have several monsteras, bigboy green one, albo, thai constellation and i'm happy you put the right information out there to care of those beautiful plants. 💚
Thanks! Yeah i hope it can help a lot of people!
Those roots on the tree explained a lot for me. So there are airroots and grip roots. I’ve been doubting on whether to use a moss pole or just wood to support my monstera. It has now 2 meter long air roots and they are so beautiful!! Really gives you that jungle vibe. ❤
Great video. Simple message. Love it.
I feel like those starting out in this hobby are super drawn to this plant and they’re not positioned well for success partially because they’re often half hazardously arranged by the growers. Once it became obvious to me there was a back, they made so much more sense. Light, nutrients, and plenty of breathing room for the roots made a difference too. Support is huge too.
Good stuff. I’ll definitely share with people trying to master these.
Yup and once you orientate properly they end up less unrulely in the end and more organized
Great video and much needed! So much weird information out!
Also, awesome shirt.
4:49 thank you so much for this! i was looking high and low for a PROPER one and most of them just shows tying the leaves and i wonder why mine doesn't look good. after watching yours i took the opportunity to repot mine and adjust the pole accordingly. now lets hope for the best 🙂
It makes a huge difference. I will do an update soon. I have 7 monstera and half are staked and half are not so I will show what a diff it makes
@@TechplantChannel looking forward to it!
It's pretty funny how often I see videos (and even popular TH-camr explainer-style videos) where people are attaching Monstera petioles (leaf stalks) to poles or whatnot and ignoring the main stem. Great video - hopefully it helps folks who are currently "miseducated" to understand what they should be doing to get their Monsteras growing the "right way."
Yeah I mean you can tie up your plant however you want but if the goal is big leaves then getting it climbing the right way is key
Funny, I saw that video about chopping leaves earlier. Thank you for the right guide for monstera support.
Yup yup! Thanks for watching
Hmmm I saw it also. Mine looks awful. Should I bury the aerial roots in the soil? And try to lift up and support leaves,?
I'm really digging the stash!
Thanks! I've never grown one before so it's been interesting
This was the most informative video I’ve seen so far! Thanks
Good video Kip. I loved you in Napoleon Dynamite!
Lmaooo
Very delicious Monsteras, Matthew
Lol thank you
Glad to finally see someone talking about the proper way to face the monstera when staking it. I rarely see anyone talk about this. Which is the reason my first monstera wasn't staked properly..and once those aerial roots, and roots in general really lock themselves in place...it's quite difficult to fix it.
Very informative! 10/10 video. Just what I needed. Big up bro. 👊🏽
Appreciate it!
I have even seen some TH-camrs perpetuate the myth that you can grow a plant from just a leaf.
you can root a leaf, but it will never grow into a plant, unless there is a node.
Yeap! It works with some begonia and other plants but not monstera,Philo, or anthuriums
root thing - that was informative! awesome
If you are talking about the two roots yeah I was really excited when I noticed it. Every node produces one of the really long thick roots and then the internodal area can put out the smaller numerous grippers
Helpful! I have 2 to repot now with better poles or stakes.
Good luck!
Very helpful! I have a lot of healthy baby chutes growing from my Monstera and did not want to cut them. Thanks for the advice!
Great information, thank you 😊
Glad it was helpful!
This help me so much thank you!
Excellent tips!! Thx :-)
I really appreciate this video
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Great tips. Thanks!!
Thanks for watching
Good work. Liked/subbed for the accurate and to the point content.
Much appreciated! Thank you
Great video, happy to actually learn a few new things, thanks!
Thanks for watching
Thanks for clearing things up! Now I have a better idea of what to do with my monstera 😁
I'm so glad!
Can Monsteras change their back over time? That is the case with my current monstera. I have a rather large one where the internodal space has grown relatively large as well probably because of the lack of light and it seems at least to me to sort of switch directions.
I love your videos, especially this one. There are so many myths spread about houseplants and you clearing some of them up is really helpful
yeah they can twist to face the light so its possible!
Showing off that leaf you plant fingerer.
Thank you for the info though, I hope I can make my monsteras thrive
Thanks for watching! I'm sure it will thrive!
Wow, thanks for this highly informative video! You got me to subscribe...😊
❤️ This was a great help!
Thank you so much! ❤
Thank you.
First video ive seen that shows a monstera in a natural setting
Thanks for this great and useful video 👍👍👍
Thanks for watching
Hi! I have a very mature monstera. It has only 3 leaves. And it's been way too long since a new growth, its just not coming out.
No matter how much sun. I just recently changed it's soil. Still no sign of growth. I was think of pruning the oldest stem to stimulate growth. But after this video I am afraid to do so.
What would you suggest?
I cut my lower leafs multiple times and the plant doesn't even slow down. But I keep all the roots. I just stick them into the pot. I want my Monstera to grow tall like a tree rather than sideways besides the taller it gets the more holes and fenestrations I gets. Once it reach some hight I will air layer it and start a new plant and maybe shorten the old plant a litle so it has room to grow again. And that's my story. I am pretty sure wherever I cut it a new growth poit would appear somewhere. I've done this before.
Can't wait to try this when i'm repotting my monstera. Do you treat the support plank in some way before putting it in the soil to prevent rot?
You could paint it or wrap it in strange wrap. Kinda up to you. If it's too thin it will rot fast. You could always use a thick plastic pole in thr soil and attach thr wood to the plastic
@@TechplantChannel Thanks mate! I'll wrap it in plastic wrap or in a plastic bagged with a rubber band. Love all your videos!🙏🪴
I think I’am going to repot my plant in the same pot ,I just want to add a stakes in the pot. I have seen other videos and them people says to cut the babies leaves off .I heard that you say that’s not important Thanks for the voice
Where do u get monstera seeds
Etsy
Oh wow I did everything wrong from the suckers to the poles 😱
I have 4 monsteras in one pot, do I need 4 poles?
Thank you for this great video 🥰🙏
It depends on what you want, if you like the bush it's fine as it is. If you want to get larger and larger leaves then I would attach a pole to them. The other thing you can do(im not sure how big they are) is let them get a bit bigger and practice propagating the growth tips and once those root put them in their own pots on a pole and leave your big bushy one be(it re grows after you cut it)
@@TechplantChannel thanks for your reply, what do you mean by propagating growth tip? Do you mean like the newest leaves?
@@sushiegirl@sushiegirl yes I have a much older video where I show how to take decent sized cuttings and the propagation process a few diff ways! The key to success is good light
@@TechplantChannel ok thank you, I’ll check it out 🥰
I have another question for you if I may. My monstera gave me 2 new leaves last month but they’re both misshaped, like half leaves, should I cut them and what causes that?
Thank you again 🙏 I just watched your other videos on monstera, very good info 🥰
Do they eventually strangle the host tree they're growing up?
I don't think so, at least I've never heard that happening
Great video ❤🪴
Thanks 😁
Does anyone know why they drip water droplets?
It's called guttation or something like that and it's how plants get rid of excess water
@@TechplantChannel ok, that could be an indication I'm giving to much water. Thank you so much.
The best info out there 👍
I too have been radicalized by watching plant youtube
Lmao it's getting wild!
I hope this isn't a stupid question because I have my first monstera deliciosa where do you get your planks And is it just like a wooden plank or is it something special? Or do you have to get Moss poles I am a little intimidated by the planking situation
In my experience, moss poles are not necessary for monstera deliciosas. Just get a wood plank (preferably cedar or something rot resistant), strap your plant to it, and you should be good :)
I just bought pine from thr local hardware store. I forget what the boards were called but they were very thin and about 8ft long so I cut them to the lengths I wanted. Cedar will last longer before it rots innthr pot but more expensive. The most important thing you need to get is UNTREATED. there are chemically treated boards that are sorta green that have chemicals to prevent growth of living stuff I don't know how much it would affect roots attaching but I wouldn't attempt it plus they are again more expensive
I am soooo loving this clip. So much bad info on the internet.
This was so helpful’
Will the little heart shaped leaves eventually grow to have Finistrations?!?!?? That’s where I get confused
Only new leaves have that potential. Any old leaf will remain thr way it is
Me: "ahahaha people don't know the front from the back of their monstera?!"
Also me: *pauses to take notes on how to differentiate the front from the back and stares at this for 5 minutes*
lmao, there is nothing wrong with not knowing something, its a whole other issue to make a video about how to orientate a monstera and do it wrong lol. There is a few big youtubers that just pump out content but its showing the wrong stuff
Giving off Mario and Luigi vibes. 😅💚
Lmaoo
i avtually put my monstera deliciosa on a pole the wrong way, just stupid mistake i d8snt notice because I did so many. by time i noticed it had rooted in so well the wrong way and into the ground.
the plant is twisting to right itself, but its wonky fir a bit hahaha. leaces kinda sticking out weird. the top of the plant is physically turning.
there are 2 types of roots on most aroids.
Yeah it's cool!
Uh oh. Thanks for the info. I suppose there are more than one way to grow a plant.
You bet
How big should the monstera be before adding a pole?
How can you tell if one has a Monstera Delisioca?
My monstera is ornery, so I have a tie around a petiole where a new leaf is coming out bc that leaf made it fall off the support. ;( However, she does have lots of fenestrations on her so like I can't be mad yk?
Lmao, I'm glad it's doing good even with the attitude!
thank you ! 😂 I have definitely heard to chop the tiny leaves smh !
Yeah lol I don't get it they are not 'stealing energy' like some claim
Oooh, I see the Thai Constellation
You really want a nicely barked straight branch of oak or something like that for it to climb on.
(BIG GASP) 😱 I just pruned the suckers off. I wish I would have seen your video first! Now I’m terrified that it will hurt or kill my plant! It’s a not a full grown adult Monsterra, but it has some nice taller leaves and one is started to unfurl and it has fenestrations. Praying I have not just murdered my plant as I’m a newbie to Monsterras!
It’ll be fine. May have just stunted the growths a bit at most
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Hot texas sun??? I need to find wood cutting
I tie monstera with velcro by the stem. I just buy velcro from the store. I don't care it's black. It holds well and it doesn't cut into the stem.
Was it your intention to look like Pizza John? Happy pizzamas everyone ❤
I gotta look him up lol
@@TechplantChannel I think googling pizzamas will give you the best results for what I mean.
I don`t want to discriminate but nothing delicious about this plant, right?
Maybe more for a slug or snail?
When they flower they actually produce a pleasantly sweet fruit! So that's why it has the name. I tried eating adasonii fruit but not good
@@TechplantChannel ok, sorry then. It should produce more flowers and fruits - helps the promotion. And it is sad when a cousin species does not taste as good as the other family members. Maybe it had vitamins though :)
Hidley ho techarinos
Lol
I watch this video AFTER I’ve just pruned the SUCKERS from my monstera!!!!
Thoses "suckers" vidéo makes no sense at all to my opinion. I have 13 monstera deliciosa and i've never pruned the lower leafs because of theses vids.
I can't tell if it's just people making up stuff to create content to farm views or what?
Bro tried to copy shaffield’s thumbnails 💀💀💀