Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera Deliciosa) is a perennial vine in the Araceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Monstera deliciosa is a large, tropical climbing plant known for its unique perforated leaves and dramatic growth.

Swiss Cheese Plant

Swiss Cheese Plant

Monstera Deliciosa

Monstera deliciosa is a large, tropical climbing plant known for its unique perforated leaves and dramatic growth.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, screen, foliage accent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Swiss Cheese Plant

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Araceae
Genus:Monstera