Swiss Cheese Plant 'tauerii'

Swiss Cheese Plant 'tauerii' Care

Monstera Deliciosa 'tauerii'

What is the plant

Monstera Deliciosa Tauerii is a beautiful tropical evergreen that makes a large and attractive indoor specimen plant. If you’re looking for some front room wow-factor this low-care monster or often referred to as the split-leaf philodendron will certainly give you a show. Now to tell the difference between the Tauerii and the Deliciosa. The Tauerii is the dwarf version growing to approx 2m.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Shade

Temperature

min 18°C

Difficulty

Medium

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water swiss cheese plant during dry weather. Although a plant is drought-tolerant, it performs better with occasional watering. Water a plant deeply to saturate a roots, and then allow a top of a soil to dry before watering again. Avoid over-watering, which may cause a roots to rot.
Pruning
It is important to never remove more than a third of the foliage in any one year and to cut just above a node on the stem.
Fertilizer
Liquid fertilizers are applied more frequently, bi-weekly or monthly, for example. Granular products are used less frequently, perhaps once every month or two. Slow-release houseplant fertilizers break down slowly and release their nutrients in small amounts, over a longer period of time. A single application of most of these products lasts for three to four months.

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Sunlight
Does best in partial sun.
Soil
Does best in conventional potting soils that contain ingredients such as peat, manure, and black hummus.
Temperature
Not Frost hardy

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Container
Ceramic pots are the most popular type of containers for houseplants today. You'll find them in all kinds of styles, colors, and sizes. At one time, the clay pot was the most common container for indoor plants. When choosing a pot, choose a pot that is 2.5-5 cm (1-2”) larger than the current size.
Additional
Unfortunately, pet parents should steer clear of monstera deliciosa. According to the ASPCA, this plant is toxic to dogs and cats, so it’s best to opt for a more animal-friendly plant if you’ve got furry friends roaming around your home.
Popularity
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