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Monstera sp

Plant type

perennial, vine, aroid

size

  • H: 30'-70'
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Monstera sp plant details

Monstera sp is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid vine with chartreuse foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Monstera sp

Plant type: perennial aroid vine
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 30 FT - 70 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Monstera sp

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I was given this plant under the name Rhaphidophora celatocaulis and have sold it as such for years. Recently I have been informed it is most likely a Monstera species. I am not sure which species it is yet but it has a very interesting habit. When juvenile the leaves grow flat to the surface it climbs shingling up. The leaves are slightly velvety and a little corrugated. As the plant matures the leaves morph into a much larger looking aroid with larger spade-like leaves that have holes and cuts. The leaves also tend to have a very odd sheen to them, oddly reflective. Foliage: Slightly velvet leaves with some corrugation to them. Shingler when young Flowers: Yellow to white Spath Height: Climber

Gardening facts about Monstera sp plant

How to Grow Monstera sp

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Vine, Aroid

Zones

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Size

Height: 1'-20'

Width: 1'-20'

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 4'-10'

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-23'

  • bright shade - mostly shade
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4'

Width: 4'

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Plant Type

Perennial, Vine, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-8'

Width: 4'

  • mostly sun - shade
  • regular
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