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Monstera deliciosa
MonsteraMood Meter: Go With the Flow
Also called: Swiss Cheese Plant, Ceriman
Large glossy leaves with natural holes/splits (fenestration) once mature
Growth habit: climbing. Drought tolerance: moderate.
large thin leaves scorch fast in direct sun; new leaves lack fenestration in low light
Plant Mood Meter: Go With the Flow
Not especially difficult, but it needs enough light, root aeration, and climbing room to develop its best mature form.
Care guide
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Acclimated plants can tolerate some direct sun; avoid abrupt intense exposure.
Water thoroughly when the upper portion of the mix has dried; avoid chronically wet soil.
Chunky, airy aroid mix with bark, coarse mineral aeration, and an organic moisture-holding component.
Average household humidity generally works; moderate humidity supports leaf expansion.
Strongly benefits from a sturdy vertical support such as bark, wood, or another textured climbing surface.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
