{"id":2718,"date":"2023-05-30T13:31:28","date_gmt":"2023-05-30T13:31:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yardfloor.com\/?p=2718"},"modified":"2023-09-19T06:47:14","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T06:47:14","slug":"monstera-growth-stages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yardfloor.com\/monstera-growth-stages\/","title":{"rendered":"Monstera Growth Stages: All You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Monstera is one of the most sought-after indoor plants among plant enthusiasts. It\u2019s a low-maintenance houseplant popular for its unique foliage and fast growth rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most fascinating thing about growing Monstera at home is watching it grow into an adult plant. Knowing what to expect at each growth stage lets you understand how best to care for and maintain the plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This guide discusses four Monstera growth stages and growth habits at every stage. You\u2019ll also learn what your plant requires to grow fast and healthy at each phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Monstera undergoes the following four distinct growth stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s explore these stages to help you understand what to expect from your houseplant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After sowing your Monstera seed, it sprouts within 7-21 days, depending on the condition of the potting mix. The seedling that emerges relies on the seed for water and nutrients. The cotyledons (seed leaves) are the first leaves to appear but will fall off after a couple of weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the seedling stage, the baby Monstera is too weak to grow upright. So, it grows as a terrestrial creeping plant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some Monstera species will grow toward darker areas, a phenomenon called negative phototropism. The plant does so to look for a tree trunk, litter, or branches for support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the actual leaves emerge, the seed leaves wither and fall off. Thin roots grow from the nodes<\/a> with time, allowing the plant to spread quickly. This characteristic is common in Monstera varieties such as Monstera acuminata, which grow stolons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Preparing the medium and caring for your seedling can go a long way to ensure the plant grows healthy and strong. Ensure your container has a well-draining potting mix. The container should have enough drainage holes at the bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As your seed germinates, you\u2019ll need to observe the following tips to care for the seedling:<\/p>\n\n\n\nGrowth Requirements During the Seedling Stage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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