Description
Add iconic greenery to your home with Monstera Deliciosa—a bold, tropical plant that thrives indoors. Monstera Deliciosa, often called the Swiss Cheese Plant, is a classic houseplant known for its large, glossy, split leaves. This popular tropical plant adds a bold and vibrant touch to any indoor space.
Full Botanical Name: Monstera deliciosa
Common Names: Swiss Cheese Plant, Mexican Breadfruit
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to tropical regions of Central America, including southern Mexico and Panama
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Thrives in humid, shaded environments under the canopy of rainforests, often as an epiphyte
Care Information:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate medium light. Avoid direct sunlight as it can scorch the leaves.
Ideal Room: Suitable for living rooms, bedrooms, or offices with indirect light and moderate to high humidity
Feeding: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer
Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist the plant regularly or use a humidity tray to keep moisture levels high
Ideal Temperature: Best kept between 65°F and 85°F (18°C to 29°C)
Watering: Water when the top inch of soil becomes dry. Ensure the soil is evenly moist but not soggy.
Pet/Child Safe: Toxic if ingested
Soil Type: Use a well-draining potting mix enriched with organic matter like peat or coco coir
Propagation: Propagates easily via stem cuttings. Place cuttings in water until roots develop, then transplant into soil
Eventual Height and Spread: Can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall indoors and spread up to 3 feet (1 meter) wide
Growth Rate: Fast
Pests and Treatment: Check for pests like aphids, spider mites, and mealybugs; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound
Pruning: Prune to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Remove any yellow or damaged leaves.
Air Purification: Helps remove indoor air pollutants and improve air quality
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