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title: "Just picked up this monstera. First time with these plants not yet in…"
description: "Just picked up this monstera. First time with these plants not yet in soil. Was rooting in moss. Planning to move it into mix of pearlite/moss/fluval aquarium…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/GpJkJG2qS7KZ7LpSwQwhSg/64e7d86bf22437573fcb4169"
community: "Propagating & Sowing"
author: "Amy L"
published: "2023-08-24T22:23:39.106Z"
language: "en"
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# Just picked up this monstera. First time with these plants not yet in…

_Posted by Amy L on 2023-08-24_

Just picked up this monstera. First time with these plants not yet in soil. Was rooting in moss. Planning to move it into mix of pearlite/moss/fluval aquarium stratum. How do I know how often to mist/water? Also concerned with black spot on side of stem but it is not squishy nor are any of the roots. All tips/comments welcome. Thanks!

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## 3 comments

### Anya commented on 2023-08-24

That’s some of the best variegation I’ve seen!

#### Amy L replied on 2023-08-24

I know I’m hoping not to kill it!

### Mullein commented on 2023-08-28

Nice cutting! Your mix sounds good. I’m a chunky soil kind of person myself lol but if it’s coming from moss, that’ll probably be a good in-between. I would dust the black spot with Ceylon cinnamon or a fungus treatment, depending on if you prefer a gentle treatment or commercial strength. That’s very good that the roots aren’t squishy! I personally choose humidifier over misting. I feel that misting a plant can leave rot spots if it gathers in a crevice and can’t dry out right away. If you do prefer misting, I would make sure you have a circulating fan in your plant area if you don’t already. I hope that helps. I can’t wait to see updates on that beautiful specimen ☺️

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