Monstera adansonii Plant

About Plant- The Swiss cheese plant, Monstera adansonii, gets its name from its large, heart-shaped leaves. As the plant ages, the leaves become covered with holes that resemble Swiss cheese. This is a tropical perennial plant from Central and South American that is normally grown as a houseplant. Swiss cheese plant is very easy to grow, and it loves to climb. If you give it a stake or trellis to grow upward, you'll enjoy larger leaves with those unique holes.

 

Monstera adansonii Plant Care

 

Light- The plants grow best in indirect sunlight. If direct sunlight is unavoidable, limit the exposure to just two to three hours of morning sun.

 

Soil- This plant grows best in peat-based potting soil in a pot that has a large drainage hole. The peat helps to trap moisture in the soil without allowing it to become waterlogged.

 

Water- Before you water a Swiss cheese vine, do the knuckle test—stick your finger up to the knuckle into the soil to see how wet or dry the soil is. If the soil is nearly dry, water it. Don't let the soil dry out entirely.

 

Temperature and Humidity- M. adansonii is best grown in a conservatory or greenhouse where humidity, temperature, and light are all maximized.

 

Fertilizer- Once you've potted or repotted the plant, don't fertilize within four to six months if you're using a general houseplant potting soil.

 

Propagating Swiss Cheese Plant- Propagation is best by using stem cuttings with a rooting hormone. Plant the cuttings in growing medium and keep them warm and protected until new growth emerges.