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Swiss cheese vine

Monstera adansonii Schott · Araceae

Toxicity unverified Also known as Adanson's monstera, Five holes plant

Pet safety

Toxicity unverified. Not listed by ASPCA — toxicity to pets is not established by an authoritative source we use. We do not infer toxicity from related species.

Care

  • LightMedium / part shade – Bright indirect
  • WaterLet the top inch dry
  • HumidityAverage household
  • Temperature18°C – 27°C
  • DifficultyEasy
  • SoilAroid mix
  • FertilizingMonthly, growing season

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 1–2 m
  • In the wild 10–20 m
  • Habit
    • Vining
    • Climbing
    • Trailing
  • Growth rateFast

Common problems

  • Spider mites
  • Mealybugs
  • Root rot

Propagation

  • Stem cutting
  • Water propagation
  • Air layering

Sources