🌿 Monstera (Monstera deliciosa)
Also known as: Swiss Cheese Plant • Split-leaf Philodendron
🪴 Plant Snapshot
| Type | Tropical Foliage Plant / Indoor Statement Plant |
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| Category | Indoor • Balcony • Office • Living Room |
| Botanical Name | Monstera deliciosa |
| Toxicity | ⚠️ Toxic if ingested – Keep away from pets and children |
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Light | 🌤️ Bright Indirect Light 🚫 Avoid direct harsh sunlight |
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| Watering | 💧 Moderate – Water when top inch of soil is dry |
| Humidity | Prefers high humidity; mist regularly in dry climates |
| Soil | Rich, well-draining potting mix with peat or coco coir |
| Fertilizer | Balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during growing season |
🌱 Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Large-leafed climber with iconic split leaves |
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| Max Height (Indoors) | 4–8 feet (with support); fast-growing under ideal conditions |
| Support Needed | Yes – prefers moss pole or trellis |
✨ Uses & Benefits
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🏡 Adds tropical charm to indoor spaces
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🌬️ Purifies air and improves indoor ambience
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🌱 Iconic for interior décor, minimalistic or boho settings
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📸 Highly photogenic – perfect for content creators & stylists
💡 Fun Tip
Rotate your Monstera weekly to help it grow evenly. Use a moss pole to encourage dramatic aerial roots and height. 🌿📏
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