{"id":86040,"date":"2024-06-25T14:49:52","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T13:49:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/horto\/plant-care-monstera-learn-how-to-care-for-one-of-the-trendiest-plants\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:20:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:20:27","slug":"plant-care-monstera-learn-how-to-care-for-one-of-the-trendiest-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/flowers\/plant-care-monstera-learn-how-to-care-for-one-of-the-trendiest-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"Plant Care \u2013 Monstera: Learn how to care for one of the trendiest plants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With its lush foliage, the Monstera, or Swiss Cheese Plant, makes any environment feel\u2026 tropical. This plant, which has become a decor trend, is perfect for a bright room or a bathroom with some light\u2014a warm and humid spot. Easy to care for, it’s the ideal plant for those starting out in the art of gardening and wanting to begin their own indoor jungle!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Common Names<\/strong> Swiss Cheese Plant<\/p>\n\n

Family<\/strong> Araceae<\/p>\n\n

Origin<\/strong> Tropical forest. Southern Mexico<\/p>\n\n

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Monstera deliciosa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Did you know… <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The word Monstera literally means \u201cmonstrous\u201d in Latin, and the plant was given this name due to the size of its leaves, which are much larger than those of most ornamental plants? <\/p>\n\n

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Monstera deliciosa with moss pole<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Monstera deliciosa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

Main characteristics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Variety of species<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

With more than 60 existing species, we highlight the most popular ones:Monstera deliciosa, Monstera obliqua, Monstera pertusa, Monstera accuminata, Monstera adansonii.<\/p>\n\n

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\"Mini
Mini Monstera (Rhaphidophora tetrasperma)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Monstera adansonii<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

Fun fact<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Its green, shiny, heart-shaped leaves become split and perforated as they age. They are said to resemble Swiss cheese, hence the name \u201cSwiss Cheese Plant\u201d, due to their funny and peculiar holes.<\/p>\n\n

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Monstera adansonii<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Monstera deliciosa variegata<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

How to care<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

It is a low-maintenance plant that is resistant to missed waterings, pests, and diseases, but to keep its lush foliage looking beautiful, it needs some care.<\/p>\n\n

Light<\/strong>: Native to a tropical environment, the Monstera adapts to a wide variety of light conditions. It prefers plenty of indirect (or filtered) light but tolerates darker environments and even direct sun.<\/p>\n\n

Watering: <\/strong>In the case of the Monstera, it’s always better to underwater than to overwater! Excess water, or poor drainage, can cause root rot.<\/p>\n\n

Temperature:<\/strong> As a tropical plant, the Monstera prefers moderate temperatures (between 18 and 24 \u00baC), but as a hardy plant, it can withstand cooler temperatures.<\/p>\n\n

Substrate:<\/strong> The soil should be a forest soil rich in organic matter. Repotting should be done in Spring or Summer, for mature plants, every 2 or 3 years.<\/p>\n\n

Care: The Monstera is not pet-friendly. <\/strong>Monstera leaves and stems contain toxic substances that can cause serious poisoning if ingested. Nausea and headaches are some of the symptoms that can arise, so it’s very important to pay attention\u2014especially after cutting leaves or pruning the plant\u2014when children and pets are nearby, as mere contact can cause serious problems.<\/p>\n\n

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Sagres Pots in fine, lightweight ceramic<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Monstera Illustration<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Kobe Cube<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

\u00a9 Horto do Campo Grande<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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