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title: "When preparing to water my monstera, I did a quick inspection of the…"
description: "When preparing to water my monstera, I did a quick inspection of the back side and noticed discoloration. I’m not sure what it is, so I’m bringing it to you…"
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community: "Anything about plants"
author: "Minty"
published: "2026-01-30T15:29:04.413519Z"
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# When preparing to water my monstera, I did a quick inspection of the…

_Posted by Minty on 2026-01-30_

When preparing to water my monstera, I did a quick inspection of the back side and noticed discoloration. I’m not sure what it is, so I’m bringing it to you guys. My husband says it could be because the plant is getting older. But what do you guys think?

![Attachment 1 of 4](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/rWFvR2gyYDZ6SezyArvlnJeMAD7AGgVeUoB9w2YOTKA/yjEGuZ8tRAaqhI-r0-uhMw.webp?size=large)

![Attachment 2 of 4](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/rWFvR2gyYDZ6SezyArvlnJeMAD7AGgVeUoB9w2YOTKA/2-grkCxSQ2CmuE-pOiOakw.webp?size=large)

![Attachment 3 of 4](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/rWFvR2gyYDZ6SezyArvlnJeMAD7AGgVeUoB9w2YOTKA/RzNeHji0SVOil9sl1nGhaA.webp?size=large)

![Attachment 4 of 4](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/rWFvR2gyYDZ6SezyArvlnJeMAD7AGgVeUoB9w2YOTKA/exJ2bJmXRjyvCwslDl4hhg.webp?size=large)

## 2 comments

### Auxsman commented on 2026-01-30

It is just age and a catch-all for debris and dust! If you use a leaf shine spray you can clean it good with a cotton swab!

#### Minty replied on 2026-02-02

I will do that. Thank you 🙏

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