A Doctor's Guide to Root Rot - How To Manage and Treat (With Secret Step #4) | Ep 14

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[@Laura-su6ix]

Please DO NOT try this method with plants like calathea. Their root system is very delicate and the combo of scrubbing/drying will kill the roots.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

I still advocate some delicate scrubbing but those with very thin roots should only be left to air dry for 1-2 hrs.

[@raulcasas4548]

Use Monterey Garden Phos

[@rashedahh6641]

Do you water it after re potting in smaller planter or wait a couple days?

[@Stettafire]

@@rashedahh6641 When repotting any plant in the universe, always water or you'll kill it

[@R1anne07]

Me: I wonder why I'm breaking out again. *Snap* "COULD BE ROOT ROT."

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Lol this totally got a chuckle out of me. Cheers!

[@christmassnow3465]

Me: I wonder why I have a tooth ache. "Could be root rot. Need root canal treatment"

[@yayak6799]

I like this comment before I watched the video… now, mid watch, I’m dying! 🤣🤣

[@yayak6799]

Liked *

[@TheQuietMidden]

YES. Great video! If you thought it was silly to tell us how to wash the roots with soap (because it may have seemed obvious), I hope you put those kinds of thoughts out to pasture. I was worried when you were telling us about the soap that you weren't going to go into detail about how to wash it... and then you did. THANK YOU for looking out for us perfectionists and those who just. don't. know. I learned a lot from this video and that makes me so, so happy.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Hahah I'm glad the video was helpful!!

[@svd6163]

I AM ALL ABOUT THE DETAILS! I’m a rookie at this!!!! :)

[@joannemorgan2218]

Oh no I've just done all these steps except washing the roots,I've already repotted it now

[@maikes8997]

A doctor, a plant lover, an actor and an artist 👍

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Haha barely passing on all of those 🤣🤗🤗

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😁🤪

[@Houseplantygoodness]

Love the medical analogy, great to see a plants person talk about index of suspicion. Keep the great content coming, been subscribed for a while now and the videos are getting more awesome each time 🙌🏼👍🏻

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for the long time support! It’ll be the channel’s 2 month anniversary in a few days lol. It has been quite the learning curve and ride 💪💪🤗

[@ssou888]

Trojanviking same! I feel like I’m learning in a fun way.

[@michelleh7133]

"I don't have wax, what do I have? Air." 🤣🤣🤣

[@wellwithinlifecoaching7306]

Thank you! I’m getting more into rare and pricey plants and this video just boosted my care confidence- love the ‘high index for root rot’ very easy to remember and understand

[@TheDucktapeAlchemist]

Cute doctor who loves plants and has loads of artistic talent! Whoa jackpot!

[@DannyTillotson]

Thank you so much, just the fact that you said it is so demoralising made me feel somewhat better because I've been feeling crushed with trying to save some of my plants so far. Feeling hopeful now with your tips!

[@Clutchpearls]

Jimmi is so adorable! I watch him as much as I do the plants! 🤣 Such a happy, beautiful soul! Xoxo😊🌈❣️

[@HeatherHarrisfit]

This is a most excellent video! I have a feeling this vid is going to blow up and be one of the most viewed in the plant community for sure! Thank you!!!!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for the kind words Heather. Hope it was helpful! Cheers!

[@jimc6694]

Lol guess again

[@stephaniejelnicky7944]

Wrong

[@shelley6279]

Thanks for the root rot surgery diagram! 😊

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Haha you are most welcome! More masterpieces to come 💪💪🤗🤗

[@krystalandlevisadventuresw4853]

This video was so helpful, I loved the drawing it’s just what I needed to see.

[@trials6502]

Thank you so much. Very informative. Good sense of humor as well!

[@GardeningInCanada]

Awesome video! I’m a soil scientist and I did a video on root rot as well it’s such an important topic

[@plantand_me4673]

Amazing illustration.

[@angelbogart539]

I appreciated this so much! Liked & subbed SO FAST!!

[@chloekrause5984]

I have been watching the heck out of your videos lately! YOU are AWESOME! You’re so smart! I love how you compare medical practice examples with plants!!! I look forward to your videos! They are SO HELPFUL! Thank you for doing what you do! Now, I’ll go finish watching your videos!!

[@ALYoung-wj8td]

Thank you!!! Great graphics!! Ahhhh washing the roots with dish soap~~ That's amazing~~~

[@kambriepage6842]

Loved all of the medical stuff! Great video Jimmy!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Awww thanks!! Hope it was useful, or at least thought provoking!

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Subscribed. Fantastic video. Thanks you so much.

[@peggymalabuyoc9150]

Excellent video !! Just what I was looking for! Looking forward to seeing more .

[@Sockermonstret]

THANK you for this wonderful refreshing scientific perspective of plant care! Love it!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@silverfox5732]

You are becoming a favorite of my channels to watch for plant care

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Awww thank you. I appreciate that so much considering there are a ton of plant channels out there. Thanks for your support and following along. Cheers!

[@lydiaparham5010]

This video was exactly what I needed. Thanks. 🌱

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

Awesome video as always!!

[@merrijordan749]

Thanks Dr, great info 👍

[@johannanifosi6408]

You're super funny. Thank you for helping everyone revive their baby plants. Best of luck!

[@poochyface3696]

Thank you, that was very helpful.

[@telliellave8061]

Am learning a lot just by listening to your advises...thank you!

[@Kokoro-Hime]

This is wonderful! Thanks for making so much sense. Love the logic. Can you please create a video for black spots on Monstera leaves, and remedies for it? 🙏🤗

[@RuthiesSucculentObsession]

Great information and tips to help with root for. I am going to try the soap rinse next time. Thanks for sharing & stay blessed☺👍❤.

[@jakeryker546]

Doctor Plant Dude: Index of suspicion Hypochondriac: Hold my beer...

[@kguest2]

This was sooooooo helpful! Thank you!

[@MartiesPlants]

Super helpful information! Thank you!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@natureishappiness8742]

Very informative video. Good work

[@troymills2614]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@LadyBuug123]

Thank you for making and posting this video! It was super helpful, and I appreciate your content!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so so much for watching!!

[@jeaniedelgado687]

Good explanation of what to do! thank you!

[@elainesantiago6868]

Love your medical analogy

[@angelalibi1]

Hello! I am new to your channel, and an RN. I love how you break down plant care into the medical process. I recently got a beautiful Monstera Deliciosa cutting and lost it to what I think now is; 1. Climate shock, since it came from California to a chilly NYC, and 2. Root rot. It was sent in very wet media for the trip and I made the mistake of "watering it in" when I should have let it breathe. Probably should have trimmed the roots too. Well now I'm looking for a new one, lol. I'm new to the houseplant world and i love how much my medical knowledge can help with growing stuff (when i dont freak and remember it). I do edible gardening to and it is all linked. Thanks for the great information and the kick ass graphics!🤣🤣

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Haha thanks for watching and joining along :) yeah, I think the plant world currently has a lot of he-said-she-said and a more rational approach would be helpful. Cheers!

[@evl1168]

Natacha Yearwood hi, I literally just had the same thing happen, bought the plant from florida and NYC weather killed it. Im hoping i can find another one & start over.

[@angelalibi1]

@@evl1168 ugh, I was devastated! And. I couldnt even blame the seller, besides the wet substrate the cutting was perfectly cut and packaged. I found some seedlings on ebay and am starting from ground level.

[@missAli55]

Thanks for the comprehensive and very useful information!!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@feliceaportadera508]

Thanks for this video. i felt so sad when i encountered it. Im also a doctor (obgyn) and a plant enthusiast from the Philippines. i just love watching all your videos

[@6jason6mehl6]

"air is also cheaper" lol

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

I speak truth 😎🤣🤣

[@kathybrintlinger9993]

Great video! I will definitely follow all the steps you mentioned. Thanks!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting Kathy! Hope these steps help you! Cheers!

[@PlantHoardersAnonymousPH]

very helpful! Thanks, just subscribed 😊

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks for your support!! Hope to keep making useful stuff!!

[@coyotedreams3902]

OMG Jimmy you're hilarious. Love your personality and thank you for the great information. I've never dealt with root rot before and I'm now dealing with that as well as fertilizer burn from having someone watch my plants for me for a couple months. I'm bummed and hoping I can save all affected plants. Thank you for the solid info and fun delivery. I could watch you all day!

[@Baltikev]

very nice video.

[@jellydonutsrule]

Thanks for such an in-depth, informative video. Keep up the great work.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

You are most welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@junabelcarano-orey3042]

hello po! Thanks for this superb informative video, I've been struggling with Aglaonema 'snow white" and found this one. You're my saving grace Doc. All the best and more videos to come. God Bless

[@evelynivy5388]

Thanks you very informative❤

[@916plantmommy4]

Wow thanks for sharing Dr your a Plant doctor too lol very imformative and the piture was on point thats just how it looks and good tip of washing the roots it makes since what a great video❤

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Haha thanks so so much for watching!!

[@blckstarbeautypurpleprint2153]

Thank you love! Got a new subbie here!

[@tiffanyl3296]

I think this is going to be my new favorite channel to watch :)

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks for tuning in! 🙏🙏

[@chisonibravo2716]

Great video! Thanks for the detail.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

You are most welcome! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time out to comment; I really appreciate it =)

[@HellCatt0770]

Really helpful advice thanks!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

You are most welcome! 🤗🤗🤗

[@angelicamoreno8068]

Love this video ! Thank you (:

[@teeho]

Just got into plants and came across your channel. Love the vid.

[@m.antoinetteadams41]

Awww...You are too cute with the way you explained "Root Rot"... Thank YOU for this tutorial. It was informational and entertaining.

[@ritahancock1775]

Jimmy....I love this! I'm a doctor, too (back pain), and I will never forget your mantra ".....could be ROOT ROT!"

[@kimmyearth]

this helped so much!! thank you

[@babyplantmama2115]

Your the best! Thanks Jimmy! ❤️

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Most welcome. There are quite a few guides in the care guide playlist ^_^. Cheers!

[@lelew2308]

You Are so adorable! Thanks for the info And laughs

[@sunnysmiles8211]

Loved this video! Finally a treatment for root rot! Sounds like early detection is the key. Can’t wait to check out more videos!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for tuning in! Hope the other care videos are helpful to you as well. Cheers!

[@sonyaisom3917]

I’m so glad I found your channel. Looking forward to watching your videos.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for tuning in!!

[@Tamarind525]

Precise info on where to cut has been hard to find. Thanks for that. Soap is a great idea. Great video, thank you.

[@pennysmom6576]

I’m a doctor too and getting started on my plant addiction. This is heaven sent

[@livingholistically1485]

Thank you will try it. I'm hearing people put them back in water! But what you say sounds soo much more rational and also better than adding harsh chemicals.

[@beautyandhealthmarket7371]

Oh my god I just love the way you explain

[@MarcelGavalier]

Thank you!

[@jaci1162]

New here :) Soooo heres my newbies top 5 things I love about this video: 1) ur combo of humor and medical facts 2) ur plant knowledge. And ur humor. 3) how u explain in layman’s terms. And, ur funny. 4) I’m gonna learn stuff. And medical jargon. Did I say that ur funny??

[@bathos22]

Subscribed. Liked. Comment: Really enjoyed this informative vid on root rot. You are a good teacher and I'm looking forward to binge watching. Thanks for sharing.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for the support!! Glad you're enjoying the videos! I'm going to add some not-so-informative-but-fun videos into the mix as well to diversify the channel. Thanks for following along =)

[@deliber8cre8tor]

Awww.... SNAP it IS root rot !!! What a great video, thanks for all the great info... I had to subscribe !

[@rinconcitotropical248]

Great video! ThAnk you

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

You are most welcome! Hope it was useful!

[@gladyspichardo8121]

I just discovered your channel and your very helpful videos. I'm binge watching them. I love variegated Monsteras and Anthuriums.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much!! Hopefully I’ll get to more anthurium episodes soon. I have been neglecting them quite a bit haha

[@caloyabella]

new knowledge learned 👍 you gave me hope to rescue my philo tri color. thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@mercyioannou]

very informative....love that monstera peru hanging behind you,....thanks

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Thanks so much for watching! Glad it was useful!

[@shottazrebelle_xo864]

The smile after I would cut off right here “okay” 😁😩♥️

[@DannyTillotson]

Haha right! 🤣

[@cherylivi7262]

Thank u for this!

[@farhanahaque5249]

thanks so much for the helpful information! My monstera is showing all the signs of root rotting, I hope I am able to save it following your instructions. Fingers crossed!!

[@hikaru707lov]

Just got a monstera needing TLC.. saw the root rot. I just cut the roots and rinsed but didnt let air dry, put into soil...and now it is having problems again. It is yellowing on its bottom leaves on top of its other leaves already previously hit with root rot and fuzzy mold is growing after thinking i did well on putting bark and pumice as soil amendments. Now this video came at just before it was too late. I understand what I need to do now!!! Thanks for such a thorough video!!!!!

[@Robert_A_Keyboards4948]

Fascinating...........

[@diegonochebuena2416]

Amazing vid

[@melanieskeen4351]

Awesome. I am also a doctor but a brand spanking new plant momma. I have unfortunately murdered many plants 🌱 as I have been learning. (Much harder to care for than humans as they cannot tell me what’s wrong). Formulating a DDX is what I need to work on!

[@senseinuru]

What's up doc? Thank you doc! Going to check on my plants roots now

[@karenzhen3530]

Thank you for this video. I just got a monstera cutting that I think it just put the aerial roots into water and now it has some root rot. I'm trying out your tips. Hopefully the cutting can be saved. :D

[@judyrach4414]

You rock!! Thanks so so much.

[@iceladysjourney9116]

thanks for this one

[@mistyjemina6717]

Like the drawing ! Video had me 😅 but also really helpful !

[@lukesteingrubynyc3820]

Why am I still single? *snap* COULD BE ROOT ROT!

[@ssou888]

Thank you! I’ve binged watch your videos all weekend. I need to go to a detox center now.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Haha thanks so much for watching lol

[@VanessaKrystynaBeauty]

Thanks for your help I hope I can save my root rotted monstera 🌿

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I loved your picture. Caught me off guard, made me laugh out loud

[@mjmc6785]

I love your plant advice. Maybe it's your medical background, but you're the easiest to understand

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Love the illustration! 🤣

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You’re a legend!!!

[@gonefishing8586]

Great vid! (great sense of humor!) Loved your 'high-tech' diagram.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Haha thanks! Cheers and stay safe!

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great info. I'm a nicu nurse with a new variegated monstera Thai constellation.

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Oh great! Hopefully my variegated monstera guide will be useful to you!! Cheers!!

[@reaganmorgan6766]

Best info every!

[@LegendsOfMonstera]

Aww, thanks for watching and joining!! Cheers!

[@adrianadoll7513]

Hi! I hope you get a chance to see this!! So I just watched this video the other day and followed your advice by washing my plants roots, I was wondering how long should I leave them out to dry?