You probably already know the monstera plant by its common name: “Adam’s rib.” This name became popular due to the cutouts and perforations present in the leaves of the plant, which resemble a rib.
Of Mexican origin, the monstera plant can reach up to 20 meters in height. In nature it uses tree trunks as a support to grow, emitting several points from its stem to help absorb moisture and nutrients, and is therefore considered a vine.
In order for you to know how to take care of monsters, know how to differentiate one species from another and have a wonderful urban jungle style decoration indoors, we have collected everything you need to know about monsters here. Be sure to read!
types of monsters
Just like other plant species, there are different types of monstera to grow. It is important to know what differentiates one plant from another so that you can use the plant that best suits your routine in decorating your home.
Check out below 3 types of monstera you can grow:
monstera adansonii
Monstera adansonii has glossy green leaves, embossed, as if they were starched.
Another important aspect of monstera adansonii is that it has an edible fruit with an aroma that is very reminiscent of pineapple.
When watering your pot with monstera adansonii, avoid making the soil soggy – this can cause the roots of the plant to rot. Watch out for the color of the leaves, if they are brown it is a sign that the substrate is soaked.

Monstera oblique
Many confuse monstera obliqua with adansonii, but the difference between them is in the perforations: the obliqua has larger perforations than the leaves.
Interestingly, monstera obliqua, as well as other types of plants of the same family, are toxic. Avoid handling it without gloves or growing it in places with pets and small children. Avoid accidents!
The ideal temperature for growing monstera obliqua is between 13ºC and 25ºC.

variegated monstera
Monstera variegata is known for its unique coloration, which varies between dark and light green.
Because it has less chlorophyll in its leaves, variegated monstera is less tolerant of low-light locations. So try to place it near windows or on the porch of your house, so it gets the light it needs to survive.

how to care for monstera
The process of how to care for monstera is considered easy, but it is important to follow a few tips to get it right. To watch:
Lighting
The monstera plant develops best in bright places, but protected from direct light. In the garden it prefers to plant it in shady places so that its development is healthy.
irrigation
Water the monstera plant twice a week in warm weather and once a week when the temperature is cooler.
Land
Avoid overfeeding as it can hinder healthy plant growth.

Have you written down all the tips on how to take care of the monstera plant? Now you just have to choose the right place for the decoration to place it and take advantage of its beauty to bring a piece of nature into your home.
So share with us what the experience of growing the monstera plant was like!
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