Monstera Deliciosa
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- LightMedium to bright indirect
- WaterTop 1 to 2 inches of soil have dried
- Pot4" or 6" nursery pot
Care at a glance (click to expand or collapse)
| Light | Bright indirect light |
|---|---|
| Water | Water when the top 1 to 2 inches of soil have dried |
| Mature size | About 3 to 6 ft tall indoors on a pole over several years |
| Pot fit | 4" or 6" nursery pot |
How to Propagate Monstera (Water and Soil, Step by Step)Care notes by Nick Alan
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Monstera deliciosa, the Swiss cheese plant, is a tropical aroid with large, dramatic split leaves.
At a glance
- Plant: Swiss cheese plant (Monstera deliciosa)
- Light: Bright, indirect light. Filtered rays avoid leaf scorching.
- Water: Water when the top 1 to 2 inches of soil have dried out.
- Look: Large leaves that develop deep edge splits and interior holes as the plant matures. Young leaves may have neither, so holes alone do not identify a young plant.
- Soil: When repotting, use a chunky aroid mix. Blend potting soil with perlite and orchid bark.
- Support: The stems need support as it grows. Add a pole or trellis. See our moss pole guide.
- Watering help: Use our Monstera deliciosa watering guide.
- Propagation: A cutting needs a stem node with a viable growing point. A leaf alone cannot produce a new plant. Follow our Monstera propagation guide.
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Where to put this plant
Needs: Medium to bright light
Find the window you have. Each one gives a different kind of light.
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East-facing windowGentle morning sun, then bright shade.Best spot
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South-facing windowBrightest, with sun most of the day.3 to 5 ft back
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West-facing windowStrong, hot afternoon sun.3 to 5 ft back
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North-facing windowSoft, steady light with no direct sun.At the glass
Distance changes it too
Grows well alongside
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Questions people ask
How do I clean Monstera deliciosa leaves?
Wipe the dust off with a soft, damp cloth. Do it regularly so the leaves stay clear and glossy. Too big to wipe easily? Top and prune it.
How often should I water Monstera Deliciosa?
Water when the top 1 to 2 inches of soil have dried. Check the soil with a finger rather than watering on a set day.
How much light does Monstera Deliciosa need?
Bright indirect light. The care card above lists water, size and pot fit.