Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent standing water.
Also known as Adanson's Monstera · Esqueleto · Janda Bolong
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Swiss cheese-plant (Monstera adansonii) is a tropical vine appreciated for its distinctive perforated leaves. It thrives in bright, indirect light and consistently moist
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
50% intensity
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with perlite or bark.
50% intensity
Average room temperatures are suitable.
50% intensity
Keep away from cold drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations.
Feed during the growing season.
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted monthly.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Calcium oxalates
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent standing water.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, or to remove leggy growth and yellowing leaves. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears. Pruning encourages bushier growth and can stimulate new aerial roots.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take cuttings of at least 10-15 cm with at least two nodes. Root them in water or moist potting mix. New plants will develop roots within a few weeks.
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, typically a peat-based blend with perlite.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Monstera |
| Species | Monstera adansonii |
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