Also known as Swiss Cheese Plant
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Monstera obliqua, the Window-Leaf Monstera, is a rare aroid celebrated for its delicate, perforated leaves, often with more holes than leaf. It's a prized collector's pla
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Keep Moist
75% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix.
50% intensity
Average to Warm
75% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-27°C. Protect from cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause oral irritation, swelling, and digestive upset if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering slightly during the winter months to accommodate slower growth.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune to maintain desired shape, size, or to remove any yellowing or damaged leaves. Use clean, sharp shears. Pruning can also encourage bushier growth.
It's best to prune in spring or early summer before the peak growing season.
Propagate via stem cuttings. Take a cutting with at least one node and a few leaves. You can root cuttings in water or directly in well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cutting in a warm, humid environment until roots develop.
Repot every 2-3 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 an aroid mix. Repotting is best done in spring.
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Where Window-Leaf Monstera (Monstera obliqua) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Monstera |
| Species | Monstera obliqua |
Similar in genus Monstera
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