This tropical vine is an easy to care for houseplant.
Note that mini monstera is toxic to both people and pets.
Mini Monstera Care
Mini monstera care is similar to that of many commonMonsteraandPhilodendronhouseplants.
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Avoid exposing this tropical understory plant to direct sunlight as the leaves can burn easily.
Water
Native to tropical regions across Asia and Africa, mini monstera appreciate regular moisture and watering.
If you’re unsure about when to water, use amoisture meter.
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Water mini monstera just before the soil dry out.
Temperature and Humidity
Warm, humid conditions are best for mini monsteras.
Typical household temperature levels are adequate for thesetropical plants, as long as temperatures dont dip below 68 degrees.
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However, they usually appreciate some added humidity when grown indoors.
To increasehumidityaround the plant, try placing the pot on a pebble tray or placing a humidifier nearby.
Fertilizer
Mini monstera should befertilizedregularly throughout the active growing period.
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Apply a balanced, liquidfertilizeronce a month throughout the spring and summer to help support strong, healthy growth.
Types of Mini Monstera
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Pruning from the sides will encourage a bushier plant.
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Leaves that are old should also be pruned to keep the plant healthy.
Propagating Mini Monstera
Mini monstera are best propagated bystem cuttings.
Mini monstera should also be grown with a support to aid its climbing growth habit.
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A trellis or pole will encourage the plant to climb.
Mini monstera should be repotted if it looks like it’s outgrowing its original planter.
Move the plant into a container one size larger filled with fresh potting mix.
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Mist the sphagnum regularly.
Additionally, mini monstera can suffer from diseases including bacterial leaf spot and fungal diseases likeroot rotand rust fungus.
Mini monstera can be successfully grown without climbing support, and are sometimes displayed in hanging baskets or planters.
Mini monsteras are considered rare, although they are becoming more widely available as they grow in popularity.
Fortunately, once you get your hands on one they are easy to propagate and share with friends.
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