monstera 'burle marx flame'

Care level

Medium

Young leaves emerge with a striking flame-like appearance, giving this remarkable variety its evocative name. As it matures, the foliage transforms into deeply cut sections with wide spacing between each segment, occasionally developing signature holes along the central vein in fully grown specimens.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Warm (60.8°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 60 and 85% is recommended.

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

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Climbing

Slow growth

This plant grows slowly. 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

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The monstera burle marx flame cannot 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.

Propagation methods

Origin & references

This unique plant was part of the personal collection of Roberto Burle Marx, a famous landscape architect who gathered various species during his explorations in the jungle. While its exact origins remain a mystery, it was discovered among his treasures in Rio de Janeiro and named in his honor after being identified as a distinctive variety.

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