Monstera Lechleriana is a beautiful but quite rare monstera variety that’s much sought-after for its beautifully shaped leaves and interesting fenestration pattern. Though this plant is sometimes tricky to find and even trickier to distinguish from its close relative Monstera Adansonii, once you get your hands on one, they’re quite [...]
“Are monsteras toxic to cats?” If you’re a cat owner who also loves monstera plants, this question can present quite the challenge. Bad news: the answer is yes. All monstera species (and most aroids, in fact) are toxic to dogs, cats, and humans. But just how toxic are monstera plants [...]
One of the new popular monstera varieties on the block is monstera epipremnoides, also called monstera esqueleto. If you're a fan of monstera adansonii, you'll love this variety because its leaves look very similar, only bigger! Like the leaves of monstera adansonii, the leaves of the epipremnoides are also slender [...]
Propagating monstera plants from cuttings is quite easy and a lot of fun, but taking the cutting is just the beginning. How do you get the cutting to take root? And, of course, there's the question of when to plant a monstera cutting. No worries! We'll cover getting your cutting [...]
Variegated monstera varieties are making a splash on social media and the houseplant industry, and one of the most sought-after varieties is monstera deliciosa borsigiana, aka monstera albo. This subspecies of monstera deliciosa is slightly smaller than a true deliciosa and doesn't have the characteristic "ruffles" where the stem attaches [...]
We all know that one of the basic tenets of monstera care is proper watering, and we also know that overwatering is one of the quickest ways to kill a monstera (or any plant, really). But many of us monstera owners are so afraid of overwatering that we accidentally underwater [...]
Has your monstera deliciosa grown fruit? Lucky you! let's talk about monstera fruit and how to use it. The fruit of the monstera deliciosa plant is known as Mexican breadfruit. It has a unique flavor that's a combination of mango, pineapple, and coconut and a texture similar to ripe banana. [...]
What on earth is monstera guttation? You might be wondering this, but chances are, you've seen it on your monstera before! Have you ever found mysterious droplets of liquid on the tips of your monstera plant's leaves, especially in the morning? You might have assumed it was some kind of [...]
Why use indoor plant supports for your monstera plants? Monsteras are climbing plants, which means they put out aerial roots that grip onto objects or surfaces, allowing them to "climb" upwards. In nature, monsteras usually climb up trees in their native rainforest habitat. But for our indoor monsteras, we need [...]
I don't know about you, but I LOVE variegated plants. And variegated monsteras are some of my favorite variegated plants of all time. They're absolutely stunning! However, they can be challenging to care for and tricky to find. They're also pricey! For the confident houseplant owner in search of a [...]
The last thing you need this holiday season is more stress and decisions, so we've curated the ultimate gift guide for monstera lovers. Monsteras are extremely stylish and trendy right now, so there are plenty of beautiful items to choose from! The holidays are upon us, and you might be [...]
One of the biggest challenges with any plant is learning how to water it properly. Luckily, monsteras are good at telling you when they've had too much water! There are a few signs that tell you your monstera is over-watered, but first, let's talk about WHY over-watering is so dangerous. [...]