Monstera is a flowering plant that belongs to the Araceae family. Over the years, it’s become popular with gardeners due to its unique physical appearance. Plus, Monsteras are relatively low-maintenance, making them an excellent choice for beginners. However, choosing a suitable Monstera can be a bit overwhelming because of how diverse this species is. So,…
Over the past few days, your Monstera may seem a little under the weather. You try to shower it with all the care it needs but to no avail. As you go about your routine watering sprays, something seems to be moving, or rather, crawling on one of the Monstera’s shiny green leaves. You’ve finally…
Monstera is a tropical plant that symbolizes life. Its decorative qualities have amazed many plant enthusiasts. Furthermore, its heart-shaped and monstrous size leaves help trap dust and airborne toxins. Yet, its beauty and health benefits mean nothing if it won’t grow new leaves. That said, this post will answer the question: how does Monstera grow…
Monstera deliciosa goes by the name ‘Swiss cheese plant’ for its big gaps and splits in the leaves. It’s also known as the ‘Elephant Ear Plant’ and the ‘Fruit Salad Plant.’ Yet, no matter what you call it, it’s inarguably one of the most popular indoor plant species to ever exist! It’s become almost a…
Monsteras, or Swiss cheese plants, are tropical plants that gained wide popularity in recent years. They’re best known for their large perforated leaves resembling Swiss cheese slices. Even though Monsteras are mainly used for decoration, they offer more than aesthetic appeal. For instance, they can aid in air purification and removing toxins. They also help…
The Monstera leaf, also known as the “split-leaf philodendron,” is quite easy to grow at home. However, just like other plants, you might encounter some issues while growing these greeneries. One common problem is a Monstera leaf not unfurling. As a gardener, it’s quite frustrating when a plant is taking too long to fully open….
When left to their own devices, vining houseplants, like Monstera, can grow to impressive lengths. However, they generally don’t branch. So, how can you get the Swiss cheese plants to grow bigger? The short answer is that you notch them. Stick around to learn about notching Monstera plants and two mistakes to avoid to ensure…
Known for its large and naturally perforated leaves, Monstera deliciosa makes a beautiful statement in any home. It’s easy to grow and maintain, and even easier to propagate—and I’m here to show you just how. In this article, I’ll discuss everything you need to know about Monstera propagation, such as propagating Monstera through stem cuttings,…
Anthurium is one of the coolest plants that you can grow indoors. Besides having an amazing aesthetic, it’s also very easy to take care of. Luckily, if you want more anthurium plants in your house, you don’t have to buy new ones, as you can simply propagate new plants from the old ones. In today’s…
Before we head straight into our topic, let’s talk about the genus Anthurium first—the diverse family of almost 1,000 flowering plants! It’s the largest genus of the arum family and has many names, including laceleaf, flamingo flower, and tailflower. The thing that makes this plant stand out from the rest is its heart-shaped leaves that…