Monstera deliciosa is a fast-climbing aroid from the rainforests of southern Mexico. Its leaves fenestrate — splitting into the famous windows — only once the plant is mature and getting steady bright indirect light. Give it a moss pole to climb and each new leaf will come out larger than the last.
At a glance
Light
Bright indirect
Water
Weekly
Humidity
50–60%
Growth
Fast
Toxicity
Mildly toxic to pets
Difficulty
Easy
Common issues
Yellow leaves
Usually overwatering. Let the top 2" of soil dry out.
Brown crispy tips
Low humidity or salt buildup. Flush the soil monthly.
Slow new growth
Not enough light. Move closer to a bright window.
Video library
Monstera Deliciosa: the complete care guide
Planterina · 18:42
Full-cycle Monstera care
Propagation school: nodes, hormones, humidity
Kaylee Ellen · 20:41
Propagation science
Why your Monstera isn't fenestrating
Kaylee Ellen · 11:20
Fenestration and maturity
3 signs your Monstera is overwatered
The Plant Doctor · 08:14
Overwatering diagnosis
Spider mites: identify and eliminate
The Plant Doctor · 12:44
Mite treatment
Moss pole guide: how to get bigger leaves
Kaylee Ellen · 14:05
Climbing support