Monstera: a plant for beginners – characteristics
Monstera is one of the most popular plants grown in pots. This one is a vine that, under favorable conditions, can reach a height of two meters. In fact, this name covers several dozen species that come from rainforests located in Central America. The characteristic feature of this most popular one, known as Monstera perforatum, are large and, as the name suggests, perforated leaves with an intense, dark green color.
Monstera Photo Okrasiuk / Shutterstock
Monstera with holes it is a representative of the picaceae family and in nature it occurs as creeping. That’s why it has many aerial roots that are very catchy. If you want your potted monstera to grow upwards in your home, you need to think about solid supports.
This potted flower does not grow very quickly – it is able to produce one or two leaves per year. Young leaves do not have holes, only older ones slightly change their structure and shape. They can reach truly impressive sizes, which proves the decorative nature of this plant.
How to water a monstera? We give you a hint
How to water a monstera? You must know that this plant cannot be too wet. If you water it too often, its older leaves will turn yellow or brown. Therefore, before adding water, you must check whether the substrate has dried properly. It is best if you water it once a week in warmer weather, and even every two weeks in winter.
Monstera: a potted flower – how to care for it? ABC of care
How should monstera be grown at home? potted plant, which practically everyone knows, there are no special requirements for the positionwhere it should be. However, I definitely feel best away from the sun, that’s why it is better to place it about two meters from the window. However, you should not overdo it, because if there is too little sunlight, it will produce small leaves that will quickly wither.
Monstera deliciosa. Photo Tatiana Buzmakova / iStock
Monstera feels best at temperatures between 13 and 24 degrees Celsius. If it gets too cold, dark spots appear on the leaves. High air humidity also has a positive effect on it, so in winter you need to be especially careful not to place it near radiators, stoves or other heat sources. It also does not like drafts, so it is not worth placing it in a window that is frequently opened. Although it can actually grow in any soil, it will develop best in peat soil with high permeability.
Monstera – where to buy and how much does it cost?
Where to buy monstera? In fact, you can get it in many supermarkets. You can also easily find it in local flower shops, and you can also order especially large specimens online. You can have a plant up to 60 centimeters high for as little as PLN 40-50.
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Source: Gazeta
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