Also called: Five Holes Plant, Philodendron Cobra, Monstera Standleyana
How to identify it
Climbing Monstera with narrow entire leaves rather than fenestrated juvenile foliage; many cultivated forms show cream or white speckled/sectoral variegation.
Growing characteristics
Growth habit: climbing.
Plant Mood Meter: Go With the Flow
A fairly forgiving climber; enough light and support are the main ingredients for strong growth.
Care guide
Light
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Gentle morning sun may be tolerated.
Water
Water after the upper portion dries; avoid soggy soil.
Soil / substrate
Chunky, airy aroid mix.
Humidity
Average to moderate humidity is suitable.
Support / growth
Provide vertical support for mature climbing growth.
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
