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Monstera deliciosa–Swiss Cheese Plant–Tropical indoor foliage 6" Pot

Monstera deliciosa–Swiss Cheese Plant–Tropical indoor foliage 6" Pot

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Monstera deliciosa - Plant Catalog

Monstera deliciosa

The Monstera deliciosa, commonly known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, is a tropical plant native to the rainforests of Central America. Known for its large, glossy, and uniquely perforated leaves, it brings a touch of the jungle to indoor spaces. It's a popular choice for plant enthusiasts due to its dramatic foliage and relatively easy care requirements.

Suggested Uses

Monstera deliciosa is ideal for indoor decoration, adding a bold, tropical feel to living rooms, offices, and conservatories. It can also be used in large containers on patios or as a statement piece in a plant collection.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Monstera deliciosa
  • Common Name Common Name: Swiss Cheese Plant
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Can grow up to 10-15 feet indoors with proper care
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 10-12
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Rarely blooms indoors
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Philodendron, Pothos

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot with drainage holes
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Rich, well-draining potting soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist regularly
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune to remove dead or damaged leaves and to control size
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Reduce watering in winter; maintain humidity
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the original container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize monthly during growing season with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Rotate the plant periodically to ensure even growth
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