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title: "I think my syngonium might have some type of rot! I read online that…"
description: "I think my syngonium might have some type of rot! I read online that I should cut off the rot and repot? I would appreciate any advice!"
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community: "Syngonium Society"
author: "Cat"
published: "2025-12-01T14:56:23.319599Z"
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# I think my syngonium might have some type of rot! I read online that…

_Posted by Cat on 2025-12-01_

I think my syngonium might have some type of rot! I read online that I should cut off the rot and repot? I would appreciate any advice!

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## 3 comments

### harper commented on 2025-12-01

before chopping, i would check the actual roots if you haven't already. if they're black and slimy, you can cut the yucky parts off (or that top part) and downsize the pot accordingly. just be mindful that you do need a node or a few nodes to propagate.

#### harper replied on 2025-12-02

the stem is probably just hardening, but if you're worried it doesn't hurt to check.

### Crazy plant lady commented on 2025-12-01

Doesn’t look like rot to me, typically they will start to brown at the base as it hardens into a stronger plant

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