How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis
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how to care for Monstera acacoyaguensis indoors, its ideal light conditions, watering tips, and humidity needs to keep this tropical plant thriving indoors!
Are you looking for a way to spruce up your living area? Perhaps you live in a colder climate and want to feel like you’re living in a tropical oasis! Then the Monstera acacoyaguensis is for you! This monstera is unique as it’s a holey-leaved tropical plant. This rare Monstera species is a great plant to enhance your already growing indoor jungle!
Let’s dive into some Monstera acacoyaguensis care tips!
What Makes Monstera Acacoyaguensis Unique?
The monstera acacoyaguensis is a unique variety of monstera! It has big oval leaves, giving it a distinct appearance. This plant’s leaves don’t split like a normal monstera instead, they leave the entire leaf intact and develop big random holes. It’s a unique tropical plant to have as an addition to your indoor plant collection!
Ideal Lighting For How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis
This type of Monstera does not do well with direct sunlight. Light requirements for this type stay the same. A window with indirect bright light will be best for new growth. 3 feet from a south-facing window will be a great spot! Alternatively if you only have windows with direct sunlight you can place a sheer curtain in front to provide bright dappled lighting. This will be perfect as your Monstera gets dappled lighting in the rainforest from other vegetation.
“A little direct sunlight in the morning can be very beneficial for your plant however just remember to not leave it in the direct sunlight for to long otherwise it can burn the foliage.“
If you don’t have many windows or natural lighting in your home you can always substitute with a full-spectrum indoor grow light. These are a great substitute to help Monstera Acacoyaguensis grow well if you lack natural lighting.
Best Soil For How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis
Giving your monstera acacoyaguensis the right soil blend will help with the growing conditions for healthy foliage development. The best soil mix for Monstera acacoyaguensis to make at home is mixing peat moss, perlite, orchid bark and coconut coir into a general indoor potting mix. You can do equal parts of all or just a few. Monstera acacoyaguensis like their soil pH level to be neutral at around 6.5. Remember to use a pot that has drainage holes at the bottom to help excess water flow out and to prevent root rot.
The Best Soil Mix
- 40% potting soil
- 30% orchid bark
- 20% perlite
- 5% coconut coir
- 5% peat moss
“This blend makes a chunkier soil which is great for root development and aeration. When repotting make sure you create a fresh soil blend to add back essential nutrients. Repot every 1-2 years.”
Creating a chunkier soil blend will benefit your plant as it will give enough drainage for excess water to drain out. Additionally the peat moss and coconut coir will retain good amounts of moisture for the roots to have access to. This will keep your Monstera from drying out and will provide air pockets for the roots to have access to aeration preventing them from getting root rot.
How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis: Watering
One great thing to keep in mind when learning how to care for Monstera acacoyaguensis is that you should only water your tropical plant when the top few inches of soil are dry. Make sure you have a good drainage soil mixture to help avoid any root diseases. Additionally, when you water make sure to water deep so some of it drains out the bottom drainage holes.
Care Routine
- Check for Moisture Regularly
- Monitor Environmental Factors
- Keep Soil Consistently and Evenly Moist
- Mist Leaves To Help With Humidity
- Use Humidifier For Consistent Humidity Levels
- Water Less Frequently In Fall and Winter Months
- Fertilize Every 4-6 Weeks During Spring and Summer But Less Often During Colder Months
- Repot With Fresh Soil Blend Every 1-2 Years
“Spring and summer are the Monsteras active growing season so fertilizing and watering will be more often. Avoid fertilizing and watering as much in the fall and winter months. This is your plants dormant seasons where it is not producing much new growth.“
If you struggle to tell when your soil is dry enough to be watered you can get a moisture reader or stick your finger into the soil, if it’s dry to the touch you can water but if it’s still damp you should check again in a few days.
Ideal Humidity Levels For How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis
Want to know the best way how to care for Monstera acacoyaguensis? In addition to proper watering, they thrive in higher humidity levels than other monsteras. They prefer humidity levels to be between %70-%80. This mimics their natural growing conditions in the rainforest.
“To help achieve this high humidity level you can add humidifiers, mist leaves daily or place bowls of water around your plant. As the water evaporates it will slowly increase the moisture in the air.”
Making humidity an important aspect of your plants growing environment will help with consistent new growth that is healthy and vibrant. Having the ideal humidity range of 70-80% will mimic the natural rainforest habitat promoting strong root development and lushes deep green foliage.
How To Increase Humidity Levels
- Use a Humidifier
- Create a Pebble Tray
- Mist the Leaves
- Group Plants Together
- Place Near Humid Spaces
Signs of Improper Humidity
- Brown, crispy leaf edges or tips.
- Stunted or slowed growth
- Drooping leaves
- Yellowing leaves
- Mold on the soil
- Pests or bugs
“Monitor your humidity levels with a hygrometer to make sure your plant’s environment remains consistent without dramatic fluctuations.“
By monitoring your humidity levels and keeping an eye out for any signs of improper humidity you can fix any issues early on to prevent infections or serious health issues for your plant.
How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis: Fertilizing
Fertilizing any tropical plant is important to keep healthy foliage development and steady new growth. Slow-release fertilizers are often quite beneficial for a monstera as they release fertilizer slowly over time. This helps if you struggle to stick with a fertilizing schedule as you need to fertilize less often. The best fertilizer for Monstera acacoyaguensis is to find a fertilizer that is specific to Monstera plants and has an equal amount of NPK of 20-20-20.
Signs Of Over Fertilizing
- Brown or yellow leaf edges
- Crusty residue on the soil
- Slowed or stunted growth
- Weak or floppy stems
- New growth dying
“Flushing your soil with water every few months will help prevent salt buildup from fertilizers. To further help with this you can alternate between organic and synthetic fertilizers to help provide a balanced nutrient supply.”
If you don’t use a slow-release fertilizer you should feed once a month during the spring and summer months and stop feeding during the fall and winter months. Over fertilizing during your plants dormant season (fall and winter) can do more harm than good as your plant won’t absorb these nutrients which can lead to root burn.
Pruning For How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis
Monstera acacoyaguensis is an easy plant when it comes to pruning. This type doesn’t need much pruning except for cutting away any dead leaves or stems. This type of monstera can reach up to 6 feet so it is also easy to propagate when needed. Any aerial roots should be directed back into the soil. This will help develop an even stronger root system.
Steps to Prune
- Look for any dying, yellowing or browning areas of your plant
- Cut close to the node as this will help promote clean new growth
- Trim back overgrown stems
“Monsteras are easy to propagate as they adapt very well to new environments. This makes them ideal for beginners learning how to propagate.”
Before you repot your monstera you want to remove any dead or dying pieces of the plant.
- Fill your new pot a few inches with your well-draining soil mix for Monstera acacoyaguensis
- Take your monstera out of its old pot and into the new one
- Water thoroughly
If you need extra tips or guidance for this you can check out our repotting monstera page!
Common Problems With Monstera Acacoyaguensis
Monsteras are generally an easy tropical plant to take care of. They don’t require much upkeep but they will show signs when something is not to their liking.
- Wilting or drooping leaves– too much water, water less frequently.
- Yellowing leaves– it’s being underwatered so water more frequently.
- Leaves falling off– If the leaves turn brown and dry before falling off then it’s too warm. Make sure your plant is not right beside a heat source.
- No holes in the leaves– due to a lack of light, cold breezes, too little water, and underfeeding. Give it a spot with indirect bright light and water with some fertilizer.
“Adding peat moss and coconut coir into your soil blend will help keep a more consistent soil moisture preventing the risk of over or under watering.”
By addressing these problems as soon as they arrive you can prevent further health issues or potential infestations. Fixing health issues early on can help save your plant and its easier to bring it back to ideal growing conditions.
How To Keep Your Monstera Acacoyaguensis Healthy And Thriving
Keeping your monstera acacoyaguensis healthy and thriving means your soil, light requirements, and humidity needs need to be met. Monsteras only grow as well as we let them! A quick checklist to help check all the basic boxes for everyday monstera care.
- Put your monstera in a spot that has bright, indirect light and away from any drafts or sudden breezes
- Have a well-draining soil mix keeping it evenly moist but not soggy
- Stick to a fertilizing schedule
- High humidity levels will mean better and bigger growth
“Keeping Monstera leaves free of dust will help absorb more light leading to a healthier more vibrant plant.”
Keeping your Monstera away from vents, doorways or windows will reduce the chance of sudden cold drafts leading to drastic temperature drops. This can lead to frostbite affecting your plants foliage. Try to place your plant in a well lit corner in your house away from drafty areas.
FAQ: How To Care For Monstera Acacoyaguensis
How do I keep my Monstera healthy?
Keep your monstera soil evenly moist during their active growing season. This is spring and summer. In their dormant seasons, fall and winter, stop fertilizing and water less frequently. This will benefit healthy root growth.
What type of soil is best for Monstera Acacoyaguensis?
The best soil mix for Monstera acacoyaguensis to make at home is mixing sand, peat moss, perlite, orchid bark. You can do equal parts of all or just a few. Monstera acacoyaguensis like their soil pH level to be neutral at around 6.5.
How to make your Monstera thrive?
Bright indirect light is the name of the game here! In the spring and summer months make sure it’s not in direct sunlight. In the fall and winter, you can put it in direct sunlight as the sun in the colder months is not as harsh.
Are monstera acacoyaguensis rare?
The Monstera acacoyaguensis is a rare houseplant. It’s loved by all plant enthusiasts because of its unique appearance. Its leaves grow bigger as it matures.
How do I get my Monstera to perk up?
If your monstera is looking droopy and sad it needs more humidity. Monsteras are tropical plants so they need more humid environments. You can mist your plant, add a humidifier, or use a pebble tray to help increase humidity levels.
How much light does Monstera Acacoyaguensis need?
Monstera Acacoyaguensis thrive in bright, indirect lighting. Placing it in direct sunlight can burn the foliage.
The Monstera acacoyaguensis is a beautiful type of monstera. With its easy-to-care-for nature, Monstera Acacoyaguensis can transform any space into a lush, tropical oasis. Its unique leaves will surely impress your guests and make them slightly jealous! With the right care routine, you can keep your indoor jungle looking spiffy!
Check out our Monstera care page for more Monstera growing tips!
