Swiss Cheese Vine

Monstera adansonii is a climbing plant in the Araceae family. [8][9]

Its glossy leaves have oval openings between the main veins. Grow the vine on a support or let it trail from its container. [9][12]

Choose bright indirect light, with foliage shielded from strong direct sun. [10][9]

Use a peat-free, loam-based compost in a pot with drainage holes. [10]

Choose a stable container and a modest increase in pot size when repotting. [11]

Keep the vine in a warm, humid indoor setting. [9]

Moderate to high humidity suits this tropical climber. [10]

During active growth, apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly, following its label directions. [10]

Guide climbing stems onto a moss pole or other support. Tie them gently as they extend. [11]

Shorten long vines with clean pruners. Use healthy removed stems for cuttings. [14]

As growth slows in winter, reduce watering while continuing to check the mix. [10]

Concentrate feeding during active growth. [10]

Swiss Cheese Vine, Monstera adansonii, has smaller leaves with oval openings. Green Monstera, Monstera deliciosa, develops broader leaves with deep edge divisions and internal openings as it matures. [9][15]