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Monstera lechleriana
Plant type
perennial, vine, aroid
size
- H: 2'-23'
- W: 2'-23'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Monstera lechleriana plant details
Monstera lechleriana is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid vine with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Monstera lechleriana
- Plant type: perennial aroid vine
- Plant family: araceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 23 FT - wide, 2 FT - 23 FT - tall
- Uses: big leaves, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Monstera lechleriana
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Monstera lechleriana
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-20'
- bright shade - mostly shade
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Zones
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Zones
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