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Ask for the real philodendron to stand up and you might be surprised at one plant that does not rise: the split-leaf philodendron, sometimes called Swiss cheese plant. Split-leaf philodendron is a ...
Monstera deliciosa, often called Split Leaf Philodendron or Swiss cheese plant, is not really a philodendron. When young, Monsteras lack perforations, or lobes, and resemble philodendron leaves.
The split leaf philodendron (Monstera deliciosa) is known for its tropical oversize leaves with what appears to be cuts within them. It is also known as the Swiss cheese plant.
Also known as split-leaf philodendron and the “Swiss cheese plant” (thanks to the characteristic holes in its foliage), the monstera is easy to grow and can survive even in low-light environments.
Explore the fascinating world of Monstera and why it's commonly called the Swiss cheese plant. Learn the its species distinctions and how to identify varieties.
Perhaps you grow it under the unassuming name of split-leaf philodendron or the more descriptive name of Swiss cheese plant. The plant is really a philodendron look-alike with the botanical name ...
You’ve also probably heard of them by their popular names—the Swiss cheese plant, split-leaf philodendron or the fruit salad plant.
Check a plant's toxicity on the ASPCA toxic and non-toxic plant list. At a glance Botanical name: Monstera deliciosa Commonly known as: Swiss cheese plant, Split leaf philodendron Hardiness zone ...
Common Names: Monstera, Swiss cheese plant, Mexican breadfruit, split-leaf philodendron, delicious monster, fruit salad plant (in reference to its edible fruit), monster fruit, monsterio delicio ...