monstera plant vs elephant ear Monstera deliciosa, Split leaf – Plant Material

monstera plant vs elephant ear Monstera deliciosa, Split leaf – Plant MaterialMonstera This plant has heart shaped leaves and develops holes as the plant matures. The Monstera needs a lot of space, they can grow up trees and other plants in the rainforest. These plants love to climb and are easy to grow. They need support from a small trellis or pole indoors. Trim a few leaves if the plant is growing too large. Plant in an area in your house with a balance of sun and shade. Likes a warm root and doesnt like being in spaces

 Monstera

This plant has heart shaped leaves and develops holes as the plant matures.  The Monstera needs a lot of space, they can grow up trees and other plants in the rainforest.  These plants love to climb and are easy to grow.  They need support from a small trellis or pole indoors.   Trim a few leaves if the plant is growing too large.

 - Plant in an area in your house with a balance of sun and shade.  Likes a warm root and doesn’t like being in spaces below 50 deg F.

- Water once a week.  Wait until the soil is almost dry before watering again.

- Re-pot frequently:  it has an extensive and large root system.

- Likes a nutrient rich soil. 

 -Native to Southern Mexico

* Toxic if ingested by humans or pets. Sap can also be a mild skin irritant.