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Product Description
Monstera adansonii, or the monkey mask plant, is a tropical houseplant full of character, prized for its heart-shaped green leaves peppered with distinctive oval holes. Known as fenestrations, these openings become increasingly prominent as the foliage matures, giving the plant its unusual, almost lace-like appearance.
Less vigorous than its relative Monstera deliciosa, Monstera adansonii can reach around 1.5-2.5 metres in height and 0.5-1 metre across. Its versatile growth habit means it can be trained upwards on a moss pole or other support, or left to trail freely from a shelf or raised planter.
Position in bright, indirect light with moderate to high humidity. Keep the compost moist but well-drained during active growth, reducing watering during winter.
All plants will be delivered in nursery pots, decorative pots not included.
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Plant Size
| Mature Height | 250 cm |
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| Mature Spread | 100 cm |
Planting Notes
| Planting | When repotting ensure container has good drainage |
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| Soil Type | Moist, well drained soil rich in organic matter |
Growing at a glance…
Water lightly, allowing the soil to dry out a bit between watering. If the top two inches of soil is dry, it's time to water! Avoid popping in direct sunlight, but can tolerate bright or semi-shaded areas of your home. It loves to be in humid conditions, so mist its leaves every few days (especially if the heating is on!). This plant loves to climb. Give it a support, like a moss pole, and watch it climb! If you spot an aerial root coming out of the soil, this is a sign that it's looking for a support to climb. Repot this plant every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root bound. Pick a pot that is roughly 2-3 inches bigger than its current one. Monstera plants don't mind being snug in their pot, but being rootbound for too long can stunt their growth. Monsteras can be grown hydroponically with ease. Can be propagated by stem cuttings/wet sticks (cut a piece of the stem approx 2-3 inches in length. Make sure to include a growth node but not a leaf. Submerge the node in a glass of water and keep it in a warm bright spot. Within a few months you will have a root system ready to be potted up). Fertilise every other watering in spring/summer, or every 4 waterings in winter if growth continues. However, with any fertiliser, we recommend following their guidelines on usage.