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- Q.Cheese Plant - I have long stems (not green) growing from one of the stems of my plant. They are not very nice ...
- Q.Why Isn’t My New Repotted Swiss Cheese Plant Growing? - I have a swiss cheese plant at home. It is about 3 years old now. Last spring I repotted it ...
- Q.Swiss Cheese Plant With New Leaves - My swiss leaf has 3 new growths but it seems like it's not doing to well. Why is it bending ...
- Q.Swiss Cheese Plant – Curled Leaves - I rescued a swiss cheese plant that was living in the dark for a while. When I first got it, ...
- Q.Swiss Cheese Plant Looks Wilteds - I have a swiss cheese plant that I've had for almost a year now. It is growing and producing new ...
- Q.Cheese Plant Large Variety - We rescued a cheese plant thrown out for the bin. It had we some leaves broken and the large ...
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Anonymous on
April 21, 2016Q.Cheese plant is being eaten
Two years ago I moved and I got a cheese plant off someone's healthy plant, but now it is being eaten by something. There are no signs of anything on or underneath the leaves.
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Downtoearthdigs on
April 21, 2016A.Indoor or outdoor plant? If outdoor, it could be slugs. They are primarily nocturnal feeders, so they may be not noticeable during the day.
Are the leaves chewed down to the stem? Are the leaves on the ground after being nipped off at the stem? Are they nibbled/chewed on the outside or are they riddled with holes? Are the holes or small? If you can send a photo that would assist in identification.
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Beryl Warren on
October 3, 2016
London, EnglandQ.cheese plant
I have long stems (not green) growing from one of the stems of my plant. They are not very nice to look at and I was advised that if I pruned them, my plant would die. What are they and should I keep them?
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Downtoearthdigs on
October 5, 2016A.These are aerial roots. They act as support for the plant and should be directed into the soil to help the plant obtain water and nutrients.
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November 12, 2016Q.Why isn’t my new repotted swiss cheese plant growing?
I have a swiss cheese plant at home. It is about 3 years old now. Last spring I repotted it and split the plant. Before repotting, the plant grew rapidly-shooting out new larger leaves often in the spring and summer. Since repotting it has only one new very small leaf. Also, some of the leaves have turned yellow. I put the main plant back in the same spot. The other half I have placed in an another location. I didn't change watering or fertilizing habits. Can you help me figure out why either plant doesn't seem happy in its new bigger roomier pot?
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Downtoearthdigs on
November 13, 2016A.Yellowing leaves generally indicate a watering issue, to much or to little. Check the soil to make sure it is moist but not soggy. The pot should be well draining.
If you reduced the roots in the pot but have not decreased watering, they may be overwhelmed with moisture.Here are some great articles that will help you with care.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/proper-care-of-a-swiss-cheese-plant-swiss-cheese-plant-propagation.htm
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Annak on
March 9, 2017
R7b0v3Q.Swiss cheese plant with new leaves
My swiss leaf has 3 new growths but it seems like it's not doing to well. Why is it bending and what should I do to keep it healthy?
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Downtoearthdigs on
March 10, 2017A.This is likely due to growing conditions. Make sure the plant is receiving bright but filtered sunlight. High humidity is needed for this tropical plant.
This article will refresh you on the care requirements.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/repotting-cheese-plants.htm
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lilyfbartle on
March 27, 2017
11216Q.Swiss Cheese Plant – curled leaves
I rescued a swiss cheese plant that was living in the dark for a while. When I first got it, many of the leaves had turned yellow (from overwatering?) After putting it in a much brighter spot and removing the yellow leaves, it seems much happier, but many of the leaves are still curled in or limp. I don't know what to do!
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Alisma on
March 27, 2017
Certified ExpertA.The plant may still be recovering from root damage caused by overwatering. If that's the case, it may take a while for it to perk up as it grows new roots. The best thing to do is simply to make sure it doesn't get overwatered again.
Curling leaves could also happen if there are pests on the leaves or if the humidity is too low in the room, so check these issues as well.
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Haley Perkins on
April 3, 2017
37212Q.Swiss cheese plant looks wilteds
I have a swiss cheese plant that I've had for almost a year now. It is growing and producing new leaves, but ever since I got it, it has a wilted appearance. The leaves seem very droopy. I re potted it shortly after I got it because it was extremely root bound, so I thought that should help. Any ideas on how I can help my beloved plant? Thank you
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Downtoearthdigs on
April 6, 2017A.The nature of this plant is to support itself on other plants. In a pot they may need some support.
so though you feel it is droopy or wilted, it is normal.
Here are some links with more information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/repotting-cheese-plants.htm
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Redtracer18 on
April 15, 2018Q.Cheese plant large variety
We rescued a cheese plant thrown out for the bin. It had we some leaves broken and the large plant kept tipping over. Put it in a bigger pot without cat poop in and it has more stability. Has grown new leaves but needs a pole to further stabilise it. I am frightened of damaging its roots how best can I insert a pole in the middle of the plant to stabilise this large cheese plant?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
April 16, 2018
Certified ExpertA.You can carefully wiggle a stake down into the soil without damaging the roots. Even if they do sustain a small amount of damage, it will not harm the overall health of the plant. This article will give you more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/proper-care-of-a-swiss-cheese-plant-swiss-cheese-plant-propagation.htm
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