Rare Philodendron/Monstera Adansonii " Swiss Cheese Plant " Vine " Monkey Mask "
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:19950915 | Plant Form: Plant |
| Genus: Philodendron |
You are buying exact plant in the photoShipped bareroot with some soil without potThis plant's leaves are toxic to pets if eaten.Easy care tropical, native of South and Central America. Does not get as large as Monstera Deliciosa.Prefers dappled, bright indirect light. Avoid extremes of harsh direct sunlight or dark corners.Will thrive and produce larger leaves if given a trellis or other support structure to climb. Alternatively can be allowed to cascade from a hanging basket.Water mo...derately, allow the surface of the potting mix to dry to the touch before watering again. Avoid wet and dry extremes. Reduce watering in winter.Loves humidity. Consider a humidifier, or frequent mistings and a pebbled water tray to stand on. Don't let the bottom of the pot stand in the water.Likes moist, warm conditions, 65 to 85 F should be fine. Warmer is better.Use a peat/coir based potting mix with added perlite for good drainage. Aim for a soil PH of 5.5 to 7.0. Repot and refresh soil annually, or do a quick root check to see if they are bound before repotting.A balanced monthly fertilizer in Spring, Summer and Fall is fine. Does not require fertilizer in the winter. To encourage the leaf growth you can increase the nitrogen in your fertilizer but it is not necessary.
