Monstera Deliciosa - Swiss Cheese Plant - Set of 2 Plants - 17cm Pot - Height 50-55cm

The Monstera Deliciosa prefers bright, indirect light, ideally 1 to 2 meters from an east- or west-facing window.

In its natural habitat, the Monstera grows beneath the canopy of Central American tropical forests: it receives filtered light, abundant but never direct. Indoors, too intense and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight burns its leaves and causes yellowish or brown spots.

In summer, place it slightly back from a south-facing window, with a sheer curtain if necessary. In autumn and winter, move it closer to the light source to compensate for the decrease in natural sunlight.

Important tip 🌿A Monstera that lacks light produces undivided leaves, without fenestrations, a sign that the plant does not have enough energy to develop its characteristic foliage.For low-light rooms, our full-spectrum horticultural lamp for indoor plants faithfully mimics natural light, without harmful UV rays.

The Monstera Deliciosa is considered toxic to cats, dogs, and young children.

Its leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystals, needle-shaped microcrystals that cause immediate irritation of the oral and digestive mucous membranes if ingested. This mechanism is common to the Araceae family.

In case of ingestion, the most frequent symptoms are irritation of the mouth and throat, excessive salivation, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing. These effects are generally temporary but uncomfortable.

What precautions should be taken on a daily basis?

Place your Monstera Deliciosa out of reach of pets and young children, on a high shelf or in a secure room. Outdoors, leaves fallen on the ground remain a potential source of exposure.

With basic placement precautions, the Monstera Deliciosa coexists without problems in most homes, including those with pets or young children.

Monstera Deliciosa leaves most often turn yellow due to overwatering, a lack of light, or a nutrient deficiency.

• If the leaves turn yellow and become limp, the problem is generally caused by too much water, which leads to the beginning of root rot.
• If the leaves gradually turn yellow while remaining firm and dry, the plant is often lacking light or fertilizer.
• If the yellowing is accompanied by small light-colored spots, a dull appearance, or fine webs, it may be a spider mite infestation, which is common indoors, especially in dry conditions.

The Monstera Deliciosa is a fast-growing climbing plant during the growing season: yellowing during a period of vigorous growth can also indicate that the potting mix is depleted and that the plant needs fertilizer or repotting in fresh soil.

Important tip 🌿One or two old leaves turning yellow from time to time is completely normal.However, you should be concerned if several leaves turn yellow quickly or if the problem spreads to the young leaves.

In the event of a spider mite infestation, choose our biological spider mite control solutions, which are effective and safe for the plant.

The Monstera Deliciosa is ideally repotted in spring, between March and May, when growth actively resumes.

Repotting is necessary when:

• roots emerge through the drainage holes,
• growth slows down,
• or the substrate compacts too quickly after watering.

As a general rule, repotting every 2 years is sufficient for an adult plant.

The Monstera Deliciosa develops thick aerial roots that play an active role in capturing moisture: when repotting, be careful not to cut them unnecessarily and, if possible, guide them toward the substrate to promote even more vigorous growth.

Choose a pot 2 to 3 cm wider than the old one, imperatively equipped with drainage holes. Our clear pots with holes to observe the roots after repotting are ideal: their transparency allows you to easily monitor root recovery without disturbing the plant.

We recommend our premium substrates made in France, designed for drainage, oxygenation, and healthy growth.

1. Gently remove the plant from its pot, tapping the pot if necessary.
2. Gently untangle the roots if they are very compacted, without breaking them.
3. Place a layer of substrate, position the plant upright, fill in without burying the crown.

Important tip 🌿After repotting, water to help the substrate settle. Repotting every two years is sufficient.

The Monstera Deliciosa is fertilized every 2 to 3 weeks from March to October, with liquid fertilizer diluted in the watering water.

From November to February, reduce fertilization significantly or stop it. This is the period of vegetative rest.

A well-dosed supply promotes:

• denser and well-colored foliage,
• steady growth,
• and better plant resistance.

The Monstera Deliciosa is a fast-growing plant during the active season: its large leaves consume large amounts of nutrients, especially nitrogen for foliage and potassium for the strength of its stems. Regular supply is essential to maintain its vigor and the characteristic size of its leaves.

👉 For better results, we recommend our liquid fertilizer for indoor plants with a graduated dropper, easy to dose, with quickly visible results.

Important tip 🌿Never fertilize in dry substrate: this could burn the roots. Water first, then apply the fertilizer 2 to 3 days later.

Water the Monstera Deliciosa when the soil has dried out thoroughly, approximately every 7 to 10 days in summer and every 10 to 15 days in winter. Use room-temperature water.

How do you know when to water?

The finger test remains the most reliable method: insert your index finger 2 to 3 cm into the soil. If the soil is dry, it's time to water.

The Monstera Deliciosa tolerates temporary dryness much better than overwatering: in its natural habitat in Central America, it goes through dry periods between tropical rains. Replicating this cycle indoors promotes a healthy root system and prevents rot.

Important tip: If in doubt, wait rather than watering. Plants tolerate a lack of water better than an excess, which causes root rot.

The Monstera Deliciosa is propagated by stem cuttings with a node, ideally in spring or early summer, during the active growth period.

How to prepare a Monstera cutting?Select a stem with at least one internode and a visible aerial root. Cut just below the node with our stainless steel straight-tip pruning shears for a clean and neat cut, in order to limit the risk of infection.

1. Prepare your cutting: a section of stem with a node, a leaf, and ideally an aerial root. Remove the bottom leaves if they are likely to be submerged in water.
2. Place the cutting in a container of clear water or directly in our transparent pots to monitor root development, filled with slightly moist substrate.
3. Place the cutting in a bright, warm (22-25 °C) place with good ambient humidity, without direct exposure to the sun.

Water rooting is particularly effective for the Monstera: change the water every 5 to 7 days to avoid stagnation. For rooting in substrate, live sphagnum moss offers excellent moisture retention. When transplanting, use our Monstera substrate enriched with biostimulants to promote root recovery.

Important tip 🌿The first roots generally appear after 3 to 6 weeks. Wait until the roots reach 3 to 5 cm before transplanting into substrate. A leaf that begins to unfurl is the best sign that the cutting has taken well.