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title: "Hi, any idea what is happening to my monstera? Seems otherwise…"
description: "Hi, any idea what is happening to my monstera? Seems otherwise healthy other than needing propping up 😅"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "caitlin k"
published: "2026-07-01T07:31:02.010079Z"
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# Hi, any idea what is happening to my monstera? Seems otherwise…

_Posted by caitlin k on 2026-07-01_

Hi, any idea what is happening to my monstera? Seems otherwise healthy other than needing propping up 😅

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## 6 comments

### ABagel commented on 2026-07-01

Looks like mechanical damage. Do you have any pets?

Or if you mist the leaves, what kind of water are you using?

#### caitlin k replied on 2026-07-01

We have a cat, maybe she is nibbling?

#### ABagel replied on 2026-07-01

Bingo! Totally the cat. Maybe consider growing some cat grass or cat nip to redirect your fur baby.

### plantgeek commented on 2026-07-01

agree with cat, this looks like teeth marks. you can spray with citrus oils to deter them, it smells really bad to them. i also recommend cat grass, once they get a craving for plants it doesn't stop LOL

### Boe commented on 2026-07-01

What type of water are you using to miss your leave?

#### caitlin k replied on 2026-07-01

Just normal tap water!

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