Plants A–Z
Monstera
Monstera · A climbing houseplant that needs space and support.
Tomasgreen · 1 min read
A monstera can take up plenty of space over time. Plan for both its leaves and a support to keep it upright.
Bright light without strong sun
Indirect light, warmth and well-drained compost suit a monstera. Let the compost become almost dry before watering and empty away excess water.
When the roots begin to spread
The long roots outside the pot often raise questions. Read on to learn what they do and where to start when the plant spreads out.
Sources and images 3
- Are these aerial roots, and can they be cut off without harming the plant? ↗Reader question and image
- RHS: monstera ↗Reference
- University of Minnesota: monstera growth and cuttings ↗Reference
