How to SAVE Monstera Thai Constellation from ROOT ROT

[@Plantbliss]

Sometimes even with good plant practices things happen, plants do plant things and sometimes die. Love your videos!

[@RootsReady]

You are so right! Thank you so much!

[@juliehorowitz3051]

I've been fighting with my Thai for over three years... this video gave me the inspo i needed to finally give it the big big chop!! Your plant looks beautiful.

[@RootsReady]

Best of luck! I think the lesson here is to not give up

[@hennesseyme9112]

Why did you chop it?

[@grey4805]

Amazing journey, I bought a Thai cutting too, it was in some kind of cactus mix, perfect roots, but than I noticed rot and removed it into soil, roots rotted more and now I habe 0.5 cm root left, it’s in water now and is pushing out a new leaf, wish me luck

[@RootsReady]

It's sad to say but you are not alone. It's a very common issue. As you can see, the MTC can be a resilient little plant. Best of luck 🤞

[@hberror404]

Bloody hell you went THROUGH IT with this one! But you did amazing to get it back from that tiny chonk. Look forward to more updates on this plant 🤞

[@RootsReady]

It has been a tough few months but am glad we made it lol 🤣

[@meikahidenori]

Had a similar experience, my TCs got shipped to me on super hot days so of course giving them water was an instant rot situation. I had 6 of them but have managed to save three and regrow them stronger more viable roots. One I'm suprised gave me any roots as on initial inspection, the plant had rotted right through the node. Its only got one leaf, but it's doing quite well as atm it's autumn so it's busy growing lots of roots now - but yeah sometimes these things can't be helped. (Mine were birthday/Christmas presents so uh... to save 3 was lucky!) Water propergation saved them - Infact now their roots are thicker than the ones that rotted so hopefully they're going to thrive much better 😊 i wish you luck with yours❤

[@RootsReady]

Thank you for your comments! 50% success rate is better than none. I am glad to hear that your MTC are thriving. I hope they continue to do some. I would love to hear an update on them in a few months! Have a great weekend

[@MOTHERHUSH]

Omg what a journey! Glad you managed to save it and bring it round. Such a wee drma queen of a plant 😂😩 im a new sub, absolutely loving your videos, you have such a chill personality!

[@RootsReady]

😂😂 a journey of stress and drama 😂. Thank you so much I am glad to have you here!

[@1andycandy639]

So happy for you! You did great! Great video. I’m hoping to have your luck.

[@RootsReady]

Thank you!! Are you having similar issues?

[@cindymcadoo7443]

Congrats on saving it, I lost an albo to root rot. I will say I don't think the heat mat was necessary especially if it wasn't growing like that before. I've also got to a point where I don't cut just part of the rotted root.... I cut that whole strand because to me, it's already infected and will just move up the root. Yes you can dunk in peroxide or bleach like some do but none of it is a sterile procedure and if you don't cut back enough, you can still leave bacteria to grow. I've also stopped jumping from one plant saving act to another. I usually intervene and then I go a few weeks before bother again even if it looks bad. I just wait to see if it looks worse lol. Things usually get worse before they get better. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@RootsReady]

That is a great point about cutting the roots. I think if I have taken steps to remove more of the infected roots at an earlier stage, I would have faster results. Thank you for you comment 😊

[@veronicagoring6974]

I just had to chop my leaf off I’m in the same boat as you were 🙏🏽🙏🏽😔I pray for similar results you got!!

[@RootsReady]

I am wishing you the best of luck! The MTC is a tough plant and can bounce back from the brink of death!

[@montazaa]

How is it going??

[@jamielowe487]

I was on the edge of my seat throughout that story. Well done for saving it

[@RootsReady]

Thank you bro! It went from a decent priced plant to an expensive rootless cutting real quick!

[@katiewilliams9273]

I finally got my top wishlist plant as well and of course it's the Thia , it's in a 6 inch pot and has 4 big leaves . Looks pretty established to me. I'm not touching that for a long time. My biggest fear is spending that much money and it getting root rot . Thanks for the video

[@RootsReady]

It sounds like an amazing specimen! I can't wait for mine to get to that size! I hope you don't go through what I had to

[@Colourmestressfree]

Very helpful thank you! Just noticed mine tonight had a yellowing leaf. Checked it….yep root rot 🙄

[@RootsReady]

Oh no! I'm sorry about that. It's just too common with these plants

[@mitchhobock683]

You have nice plants🌻

[@RootsReady]

Thank you! 😊

[@Gorgeouscorliss]

Omg you did an amazing job saving that plant it’s on my wishlist but I’m afraid to spend so much money on a plant.

[@RootsReady]

Thank you! That was also my fear and with my luck it came true 😅 my recommendation would be to get a more established plant if you are going to take the plunge

[@TheSkullman721]

Good work!! 🎉❤

[@RootsReady]

Thank you! 😄

[@lemorrisgalbreath2505]

Good CPR! 😂 I had a heart fern that wasn't cheap but sure wasn't as expensive as your TC. I tried everything but had to endure its demise one leaf at a time then the demise of its single offspring. Threw it on the compost pile and moved on. Some plants are doomed no matter what you do.

[@RootsReady]

Oh no! Will you try again?

[@lemorrisgalbreath2505]

@@RootsReady I bought another one when the first one started looking bad. It's doing okay. Not growing much, but I think they're slow growers anyway...and kinda picky about water, humidity, light, temperature, fertilizer...not much else left! 😂

[@Flyig_Walrus]

Fantastic job at saving her!! I need to try this on my PPP. She hates me.

[@RootsReady]

Please do! The PPP is another resilient plant. Don't give up on her

[@Flyig_Walrus]

@@RootsReady Thank you so much for saying that. I'm on a mission to save her. I spent too much money just to have her die. I just ordered a heat mat for me also. It' that time of year for cold. Wish me luck.

[@RootsReady]

@@Flyig_Walrus best of luck

[@Accountant-e1c]

You are sooo entertaining ❤❤❤

[@RootsReady]

Thank you 🙂

[@hennesseyme9112]

Freaking Magician! I am going through the same thing! I had beautiful roots. I moved it from PON to Coco peat! Big mistake! I have less than a half of node left with a half of aerial root and what feels like a bump and no more rot. I rubbed that thing down in Myco+ and growth hormone and I put in a prop box with a light in Fluval stratum. I am going to let the Fluval dry out a bit. The thing had just put out it's third leaf and I moved it because it had so many roots it was crowded in the pot. So stressful after paying so much for this expensive plant. DO NOT ROOT IT IN PON!!!!!!

[@RootsReady]

You experience sounds very similar to mine! How is it doing now?

[@hennesseyme9112]

@@RootsReady It went into the Ether. I purchased a new one and will never put a Monstera in PON again.

[@hennesseyme9112]

UPDATE!!! I had another problem with my new plant. It lost all of it's roots and the soil the vendor sold it to me in. Thankfully it didn't rot. I put it in water and it did nothing, but I figured, let me put it in Fluval Stratum. You should see this beauty today!!!! It has several leaves. Once the roots were well established, I ordered some aroid mix from Etsy and that plant is in happy land! If you are having trouble, use Fluval stratum to nourish your plant. Keep it most, not too wet and watch what happens!

[@thewarmanfamily3990]

@@hennesseyme9112 do you need to use fertilizer with fluval? My Thai has root rot and I tried to cut all the bad mushy roots n sprayed it with peroxide off and put it in a very airy mix of noot mix w which is a medium made with mostly bark and some chunky perlite. However I noticed today the rot is continuing on the aerial roots that are left.. what can I do??

[@hennesseyme9112]

@@thewarmanfamily3990 I just lost my 8 leaf plant to root rot. Once it starts it is hard to stop. You don't have to use fertilizer with fluval but I do. If you have it in anything wet, remove it and let it dry out, or put it in fluval and don't wet it until it looks dry. If your Thai dies, it is going to hurt. Remember it is only a plant and you can purchase another because they are much cheaper than even a year ago. Avoid the mistake you made before. This new plant will be my third.

[@michellehawkins4800]

My 2 node cutting developed root rot 2 months after I got it. I had kept it in its original pot but was planning on moving it out as it was a very large pot for the size of plant. Took it out to find it was just 2 Aerial roots 1 was mush. Used hydrogen peroxide n cut off the root n stem til I saw no rot. Left it to air dry n put into very small pot with damp airoid mix . Stuck in support sticks n tied it so that it wasn't touching the soil. I was so scared to water that plant, but now 6 months later I have a good root system and he has pushed out a fenistrated leaf. Don't think I will ever take my eye of that baby though 😅

[@RootsReady]

What a battle but it sound like you and your MTC came out on top! Thanks for sharing and hope it continues to grow well

[@LaDeLaO]

Thank you! I got it! Thanks for clarification! Love video!

[@RootsReady]

Glad it helped!

[@cheeseburgero1]

Glad u were able to keep that bad Larry chugging. They like set and forget it seems just getting it established is rough.

[@RootsReady]

I agree. They do not like to be babied

[@averypark3116]

I recently got one off a sale, and it came completely mangled via post T_T Thankfully it had really good roots, so I mixed in some perlite into the soil it came in and left it for a while, only to realize that it got a bunch of root rot!!! I have it sitting in leca in a clear pot atm, but after seeing your video I'm wondering if that was the right way to go. Also how often did you take out your plants to investigate the roots? I don't want to shock the plant but also would hate to see it succumb to more root rot. any tips on that?

[@RootsReady]

How is yours doing now? As you can see I tried a many methods before I found one that worked for me. Perlite and moss tend to have best results. For the purpose of this video I took mine out more often than I normally would. I would try to avoid it as much as possible

[@averypark3116]

@@RootsReady I had to strip all the roots off except one single healthy/growing root. everything else perished aahah! It's sitting in water now and doing much better, but not sure if it's thriving. Once it pops out more new roots, it'll try perlite and moss again. Thank you for your answer!

[@tinanguyen7930]

I am working with TC tissue and sadly the tissue is giving bad child vibes! Roots melted away and sphagnum moss i was working with wasn't good. So now i replace the moss and waste away the dead leaves and praying for a good root system! 🙏

[@RootsReady]

Sounds like quite the ordeal! I hope it pulls through for you 🙏

[@MultiMellieha]

I just got a thai constellation starter, i watered it when i first got it though. Will this lead to root rot you think? Would love to hear your advice about watering

[@RootsReady]

Thanks for you comment. Watering it should be fine as long as it is in well draining soil that can dry out quickly. Bigger plants tend to be more forgiving

[@otarolusss5804]

Exactly the same thing is happening to me with my Monstera Deliciosa and I don't know what to do, do you have any advice or recommendations?

[@stephaniewilliams8561]

Can we see and update on this plant ?

[@RootsReady]

Yes you can. I hope to do when when there is something special to report on. In the meantime you can look at my recent houseplant tour. It featured in the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGOyaJWOYtWnb6M

[@tigsbudi581]

I had bought 4 leaves with good roots, but after moving to a new pot only in 2 weeks leaves started to thin, so i checked the node, its completely rotten nothing left 😢

[@RootsReady]

Oh no! I am sorry to hear that. Did you replace it?

[@carlag7060]

It’s absolutely beautiful!

[@RootsReady]

Thank you!!

[@rodrekatolbert136]

Is that a black cardinal behind you? I have the same plant and I’m trying to figure out what it is.

[@RootsReady]

That would be my Philodendron Imperial Red. Very similar

[@rodrekatolbert136]

Okay everybody keeps telling me you can cut all your leaves off your Thai con and it grows back. I just cut off one of my Thai cons due to it dying and I’m hoping mines grow. I do have it in pon and it has a a number of good roots. I’m going to place it in a plastic bag. Anymore advice you have for me?

[@beverlyphillips8302]

❤ I wish I had seen😢 your video earlier

[@RootsReady]

I hope it was helpful 😊

[@patsimmons3123]

I just got one yesterday so I’m listening 🗣️🥹

[@RootsReady]

Best of luck with it!

[@cheeseburgero1]

If you think of the areas these plants come from there is typhoon and monsoon seasons and once a year it floods and most plants melt off to fertilize itself for dry seasons. I think the plants are "rare" cause of this rot. Which I think is a natural process of the plant. Once established you should be fine. Think of all the plants that get tossed when there's nothing wrong.

[@RootsReady]

You make a great point. I want to see some mature leaves on this plant before I am confident it is strong enough

[@evanperson09]

Mine has just developed root rot, I'm trying hydrogen peroxide, but we'll see how that goes.

[@RootsReady]

Best of luck with it. They are resistant plants so don't give up hope

[@LaDeLaO]

Sorry but the cc and accent for this grubby American- what was the soil “pawn” is what comes up in cc- appreciate it! Got my thai coming soon and i want to be prepared! Thank you!!

[@RootsReady]

No need to apologise. I believe I was meant to say 'Pon'

[@JAZMINALOWE]

Well well well 🤣 welcome back to life! 🌿

[@RootsReady]

🤣🤣 it's been tough

[@Mandla89]

Love your content

[@RootsReady]

Thank you so much!

[@clamchowder9881]

There's a specific pest that lives within the root of Thai constellation Can't remember what it's called but it makes the plant prone to root rot

[@RootsReady]

I have heard the same. I am aiming to grow this on the maturity when it will be more resilient

[@mimirose4012]

Amazing job!

[@RootsReady]

Thank you! 😄

[@mimirose4012]

Of course!

[@magalieg273]

Oh my!! That's scary. My baby thai is in pon (with drainage) and I thought that would make me safe from root rot. Guess not!! Why do you think it rotted? Just because you transplanted it?

[@RootsReady]

I wouldn't move it out of pon if it is working for you. I plan to eventually move it back into pon. I think the stress and shipping and the transplant was too much for the little guy

[@rumelahmed4539]

My ex wife left 4 of her monstera albos. Ive cut up 2 of em and got like 20 plants now lol.

[@RootsReady]

I hope the all do well for you. You can start a little plant store with that many plants

[@rumelahmed4539]

@RootsReady I took the top cuttings and planted them into one pot with a moss stick. Theyre doing really well. All three are growing and rooting the in moss poll. Hoping to go for a 6 -10 footer in a few years.

[@glennchua1585]

Omg, your experience is far more worse than mine, i propagated mine on water… now it’s on leca and thriving well

[@RootsReady]

I am glad to hear that. It's good to know that water is a good option. I will keep that in mind for my next propagation

[@Seddysaid]

😂 bruh, this is happening to me and not sure what time do at this point

[@RootsReady]

Keep going. I felt the same for a long time and then it worked. don't give up

[@Jasapan-u4s]

I put mine in PAFCAL

[@RootsReady]

I am yet to try it. How does it work for you?

[@Jasapan-u4s]

@@RootsReady , it has produced 3 leaves since summer and zero root rot!

[@mitchhobock683]

To long

[@RootsReady]

It was quite the journey