Monstera Adansonii 'Monkey Mask' – Care Guide
Monstera adansonii , like many other Monstera species, has developed holes in its leaves to capture light from the forest floor. These 'holes' are called fenestrations and become more visible as the leaves grow larger and darker over time.
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Monstera adansonii 'Monkey worm' where it thrives best, growing on a tree.
It is also these holes that have given the plant the nicknames 'Swiss Cheese Plant' and 'Monkey worm'. Not only that, Monkey worm has edible monstera fruits just like the more popular green houseplant Monstera deliciosa.
Origin
Southern Mexico to tropical South America.
How often should I water my Monstera adansonii ?
Monstera monkey mask care is simple, but the plant is a bit fussy when it comes to water. Water the plant about once a week and make sure the soil is kept moist but not wet. Monstera likes moist soil but hates standing in water. Well-drained soil for Monstera adansonii is crucial and a pot with holes in the bottom is a must.
Light requirements
Monstera 'Monkey Mask' thrives best in bright indirect light, but can also handle direct sunlight if it is filtered. Place the plant near a south, west or east facing window.
Avoid dark corners, as the plant will grow long, sparse shoots with smaller holes in the leaves. Do you want a large monstera with dense, lush growth? Then light is key.
The picture shows the epiphytic growth habit of Monstera adansonii. The stem climbs a support using aerial roots.
Maintenance
It is completely normal for a Monstera adansonii to lose some leaves as the plant adjusts to a new home. Cut off the yellow leaves and let the plant focus on new, stronger shoots.
Also dust the leaves if necessary, Monsteras generally like clean leaves to breathe and receive sunlight. We recommend tying up Monstera adansonii to a plant support to make it grow taller. Use a moss stake or plant support that resembles tree bark and the Monkey Mask Monstera will attach its aerial roots to it.
Monstera monkey mask on a moss pile.
Cuttings
Prune Monstera adansonii to shape this green plant into a bushier shape or take cuttings . Monstera monkey mask is easy to propagate! Take a cutting with a pair of aerial roots and at least two nodes , then place the cutting in water until new roots develop . Then replant the plant in porous monstera soil.
Monkey worm cutting in porous monstera soil.
Temperature and humidity
As a tropical plant, Monstera adansonii thrives in temperatures between 13–27 °C. The plant loves high humidity but can be grown in a normal room environment. If you want to make the monkey mask plant a little happier, place it near a bowl of water . You can also group several green plants together to create a more humid environment for your indoor plants.
Is Monstera Adansonii poisonous to dogs and cats?
Monstera adansonii is moderately toxic if eaten . Keep it away from dogs and cats . Symptoms are not life-threatening but they can be unpleasant, such as swelling, irritation, and vomiting.
Common problems and how to solve them
- Yellow leaves : Check the light, the monstera may need to be moved to a brighter location.
- Brown spots : May be due to overwatering or dry air. Adjust your watering routine and increase humidity. Brown spots can also be caused by pests such as thrips on your Monstera adansonii. Look under the leaves for small, oblong black insects and treat if necessary.
- Drooping leaves : Too much or too little water. Make sure the soil is evenly moist and not completely soaked.
- Dark spots and soft stems : Signs of root rot. Cut away damaged parts and let the soil dry out before watering again.
Brown leaves are common on monsteras and are not always something unnatural.
With the right care, your Monstera adansonii can have impressively large hollow leaves . Monstera monkey mask really makes an unusual impression as a green interior when the plant matures.
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