Monstera deliciosa is native to Central America, from southern Mexico to Panama. It is also known as Swiss Cheese Plant. Light: Bright to medium indirect light. Can tolerate dapple direct light. Water: Water when the soil is about 50-75% dry. Top leaves will begin to droop and curl inwards. Repotting: Repot into a nutrient rich, chunky soil. You can add orchid bark, gravel, LECA, perlite, rice hulls, etc into a regular potting mix. If repotting into a glazed ceramic or plastic pot, you won’t need to water as often as the pot will retain moisture. Terra cotta or unglazed ceramic is sometimes better to allow more airflow to the soil. Pet-Safe: No, sap contains calcium oxalate crystals, a substance that irritates skin, mucous membranes and the body. Pet will need to consume a lot of this plant to experience any irritation or sickness, it is okay to be around your pet.
