Monstera adansonii

Monstera adansonii Care

Monstera adansonii

Other names: Adanson's Monstera, Swiss Cheese Vine Monstera

What is the plant

Monsteras are one of the most popular greenies among plant lovers. Monstera adansonii has a more delicate and tiny look compared to its large relative, Monstera deliciosa. Its leaves are also more perforate and soft. It’s a fantastic decorative plant for any home or office.

Monstera’s trademark are large holes in the leaves the plant develops in maturity. These are completely natural and are the result of a process called fenestration.
Monstera adonisii is native to Central and South America. Its homeland is tropical jungles, where this green beauty grows under the canopy of large trees.
Monstera adonisii is a smaller species that likes to climb like a true vine. As a houseplant, it can grow up to 5ft (1,5m) tall.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

10°C - 15°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11b

Difficulty

Hard

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
The soil should be consistently moist but not soggy. Watering once a week is usually enough. To check if your plant gets the right amount of water, stick your finger in soil 1 inch (2 cm) deep. If the soil feels almost dry, it’s time to water. Also, if you’ve got a humidifier at home, your plant will thank you in the dry winter months.
Pruning
It’s a climbing plant that might need to be pruned if it’s becoming too large. It’s best to prune this Monstera in spring. Cut off no more than 25% of the stems with sterile pruning shears. Cut the stem above the leaf node so that it stays intact. Also, prune dead leaves when necessary.
Fertilizer
Fertilize monthly with a half-diluted, all-purpose fertilizer. Do not fertilize the first 4-6 months after potting or repotting the plant.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Bright and indirect light is perfect for this plant. Lots of direct sunlight can burn the foliage.
Soil
This plant needs well-draining soil that still retains moisture. A soil mix with peat will be just fine.
Propagation
You can propagate the plant by stem cuttings. Cut off a leaf stem 4-6 inches (10-15cm) long just above the leaf node. Remove all leaves in the bottom third of the cutting.
Apply a rooting hormone to the bottom end, and place the cutting in a soilless moist potting mix in a container with drainage holes. Place the pot in a warm place with bright indirect sunlight. Keep it slightly moist, and the new plant should root in several months.

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Temperature
Warm room temperature of 64 – 81 °F (18 to 27 °C) is great for Monstera. The temperature should always remain above 40 °F (5°C). Avoid cold drafts.
Container
Any pot with drainage holes will work. Its trailing vines shine in hanging baskets, though.
Fun fact
Monstera is commonly called a Swiss cheese plant because of the holes in the leaves that make it look like Swiss cheese.