A beautiful climbing plant from the Monstera family with silvery-green leaves that can be grown in a hanging basket or climbing on a totem. As the plant matures, the leaves will become larger and develop holes or fenestrations that are typical of Monsteras. 'El Salvador' is a RARE variety of Monstera siltepecana with much larger leaves and is a highly sought after plant for collectors.
Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
Thrives in bright to medium indirect light. Not suited for intense, direct sun but can be acclimated to withstand it.
If needed or desired, use a balanced liquid fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season for indoor plants.
When established in a container, it requires peat-based potting media. Outdoors, it is suitable for light sandy, medium loamy, and heavy clay soils with acid or neutral pH. Even so, it thrives most in well-drained, moderately moist soil.
Trim aerial roots if they get too unruly for the space, though tucking them back into the pot is preferred. Unlike some other houseplants, their roots do not damage surfaces.
Ripe fruits are edible but according to the North Caroline State University Extension Services, fruits may cause some people allergies. Consuming the leaves and other parts of the plant may cause severe mouth burning, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Minor skin irritation from just handling the plant, is possible, though quite rare, making the Monstera deliciosa a beloved, versatile houseplant in many parts of the world.
