monstera
adansonii
adansonii
Care level
Easy
The leaves of this charming climber are decorated with oval holes that look like they've been delicately carved by tiny artists, earning it the nickname 'Swiss cheese plant'. Unlike its larger cousins, it's a fast grower that can create dense curtains of foliage, with its smaller leaves making it perfect for hanging baskets or climbing around window frames.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Warm (64.4°F - 86°F)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
Features
Size & growth
Medium
Climbing
Rapid growth
This plant grows rapidly. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.
It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The monstera adansonii can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.