Why Monstera Leaves Turning Brown?

The main reasons for your Monstera leaves turning brown are over- or underwatering, too much direct sunlight, dry air or a lack of nutrients.

Why are my Monstera leaves browning?

Low humidity and dry soil cause leaves to brown on their edges, later followed by entire yellowing. Misting the leaves of your Monstera often will increase the humidity. Generally, Monsteras will thrive when placed in low to bright indirect sunlight. When exposed to direct sunlight for too long, the foliage will burn.

What do you do with brown leaves on Monstera?

Remove all the brown, dead leaves by trimming them near the base of your Monstera Deliciosa. You should prune the discolored edges because they cannot heal or turn green. Treat your plant with water after makings sure the soil is dry. I would also suggest watering your plant a bit more often.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.