This rare, vining plant is oftenconfused withM.
adansonii, though monstera obliqua has larger leaves with larger holes.
Monstera obliqua thrives in medium, indirect light, well-draining soil, and high humidity.
The Spruce / Anastasia Tretiak
Like otherMonsteraspecies, monstera obliqua is toxic to people and pets.
Soil
Monstera obliqua plants need apotting mixturethat is rich and well-draining but also retains moisture well.
Loamy soil mixed with bark is also a good choice.
The Spruce / Anastasia Tretiak
Water
Monstera obliqua should be kept evenly moist but not soaking.
You will need to cut back on watering in the fall and winter months as the plant enters dormancy.
Without adequate humidity, the monstera obliqua’s paper-thin leaves will quickly begin to shrivel up and die.
The Spruce / Anastasia Tretiak
Small temperature and humidity readers can be purchased to monitor the conditions around your plant.
Types of Monstera Obliqua
While there are multiple varieties ofM.
Simply take clean, sharp scissors and prune long vines as desired.
The Spruce / Anastasia Tretiak
Avoid removing more than a third of the overall plant mass at once.
The actual process of propagation is similar to many other types ofMonsteraand aroids:rooting stem cuttings.
Cuttings can be taken from the main plant or from a runner (stolon) if its growing any.
*@plantdrew_/ Instagram*
Keep an eye out for these common problems.
Yellow Leaves
Yellow leaves are a common problem among most plants with a few possible causes.
Overwatering, underwatering, too much light, not enough light, and pests can all cause yellow leaves.
*@plantdrew_/ Instagram*
The only way to know for sure whats going on is to evaluate your plants growing environment closely.
Root Rot
Root rot is a common ailment among monstera obliqua plants.
Signs of root rot include yellow leaves, wilted leaves, mushy stems, and dead or mushy roots.
Root rot is usually a result of overwateringa costly mistake to make with this rare plant.
Dry Leaves
Without proper humidity, a monstera obliquas leaves will quickly begin to dry out.
Ensure your obliqua is placed somewhere with at least 80 percent humidity.
In their natural environment, monstera obliqua plants usually grow to be six to 10 feet tall.
However, its difficult to achieve these heights indoors.
When grown as a houseplant, expect monstera obliqua to grow to be around four to five feet tall.
Like some other aroids, monstera obliqua plants produce stolons.
While the runners dont have leaves, they do have nodes and can be used for propagation.
This makes them rare and highly sought after, driving up the price.
Common Poisonous Houseplant Species in Florida.
