Swiss Cheese Plant. An imposing foliage plant with very large perforated glossy green leaves splashed and marbled cream. Max Height 2m to 2.5m. Max Spread 1.6m. Flowers May to July. Fruits August to September. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C. Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant.
Monstera deliciosa ‘Variegata’
An imposing foliage plant with very large perforated glossy green leaves splashed and marbled cream
Additional information
| Generic | Monstera |
|---|---|
| Species | deliciosa |
| Varietry | 'Variegata' |
| Common Name | Swiss Cheese Plant |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m, 2.5m |
| Family | Araceae |
| Spread | 1.6m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, cream |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | cream |
| Fruits When | August, September |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Allow compost to dry out between waterings |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant |
| Pruning | Thin out overgrown plants, Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Scale, Red spider mite |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Requires support |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Layering |
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