How to care for a Monstera Deliciosa

How To Care for a Monstera Deliciosa

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Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright indirect to medium light.

Watering requirements

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. Monsteras can benefit from filtered water or leaving water out overnight before using.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

The Monstera is famous for its natural leaf holes, or fenestrations. The holes are theorized to maximize sun capture by increasing the spread of the leaf while decreasing the mass of leaf cells to support.

Plant Origin

Tropical Americas

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Monstera Deliciosa:
  • Leaves turning brown and crispy at the edges:

Thirsty plant, underwatered, or high salt build up

  • Wilting plant, dry potting mix:

Underwatered, or pot-bound

  • Yellowing leaves or black stems, wet potting mix:

Overwatered