Monstera Adansonii
Monstera adansonii
Family
Araceae
Origin
Central & South America
Difficulty
Easy
Sunlight
Bright indirect light
Water
Weekly
Temperature
18-27°C
Soil
Well-draining potting mix
Flowering
Rarely indoors
Height
Trailing 1-3m
Monstera Adansonii, the Swiss Cheese Vine, has smaller leaves than M. deliciosa but with more numerous and smaller holes. Perfect for hanging baskets or moss poles.
🌱Care Guide
Water when top inch is dry. Provide a moss pole or let it trail. Propagate easily from stem cuttings. Fertilize monthly in growing season.
🧬Evolution & History
M. adansonii evolved abundant leaf perforations to spread wider with less material, maximizing light capture per unit of leaf tissue as a climbing vine.
💡Fun Facts
- #1Has more holes than Monstera deliciosa
- #2Can climb or trail
- #3Easy to propagate
- #4Called 'Swiss Cheese Vine'
❓FAQ
Why aren't new leaves developing holes?▼
Young leaves may not have holes yet. More light and maturity will increase hole development.
How do I train it to climb?▼
Provide a moss pole. Secure stems with plant ties. Mist the pole to encourage aerial roots.
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