The plant is known in its habitat to reach 10 feet tall or more.
Monstera pflanze.
As the plant ages the leaves become covered with holes that resemble swiss cheese.
When happy outdoors it produces calla like blooms that turn into bizarre looking fruit.
It has been introduced to many tropical areas and has become a mildly invasive species in hawaii seychelles ascension island and the society islands.
Water the pot deeply right after potting.
If monstera is given too much sun the leaves will yellow.
Keep it vibrant by cleaning the leaves gently with a damp cloth.
Monstera is a genus of 45 species of flowering plants in the arum family araceae native to tropical regions of the americas the genus is named from the latin word for monstrous or abnormal and refers to the unusual leaves with natural holes that members of the genus have.
They are herbs or evergreen vines growing to heights of 20 metres 66 ft in trees climbing by means of aerial.
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Here s how to grow and care for them.
Swiss cheese plant may simply get too big for its britches.
As the plant ages the leaves become covered with holes that resemble swiss cheese.
How to care for a monstera plant.
Find a balance between sun and shade.
Monstera deliciosa also known as the swiss cheese plant is a species of flowering plant native to tropical forests of southern mexico south to panama.
Monstera monstera deliciosa also known as the split leaf philodendron is an underused edible landscaping plant that grows in u s.
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Your monstera adansonii needs water 2 times a week prevent dehydration but don t drown it.
Post potting monstera plant care.
Wait a week or two and then resume a monthly feeding with liquid fertilizer during watering.
This large and dramatic plant monstera deliciosa or split leaf philodendron is a beautiful addition to any home.
The swiss cheese plant monstera adansonii gets its name from its large heart shaped leaves.
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Photograph by erin boyle.
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