Monstera Deliciosa is indigenous to Central America, from Mexico to Panama. However, theyâve been introduced to islands like Hawaii and the Seychelles, where, predictably, theyâre mildly invasive.Monstera means monster, and deliciosa means delicious, which is quite pleasing. A delicious monster. Lovely.Monstera Deliciosa is an epiphyte, meaning they attach their roots to tree trunks and grow up them towards the light. They get hecking HUGE in the wild.