This climbing epiphytic vine is known for its lance-shaped juvenile leaves with silvery markings against dark green veins.
Note thatMonstera siltepecanais toxic to people and pets.
What Are Fenestrations?
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Fenestrations are the splits or openingsin the leavesof some plants, including many types of monstera.
Fenestrations develop in matureMonstera siltepecanaplants that get the proper light, moisture, trellising, and climate.
Soil
Monstera siltepecanagrows best in rich, well-drained soil.
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Water
Water yourMonstera siltepecanawhen the top few inches of soil have dried out.
Avoid letting the plant sit in water, which can lead to root rot.
Temperature and Humidity
Monstera siltepecanagrows best in conditions similar to its native jungle habitat.
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Temperatures between 60 and 95 degrees and humidity above 60 percent are ideal.
Keep the plant away from cold, drafty windows and hot or cold air vents.
If your space is particularly dry, run a humidifier near your plant to add moisture to the air.
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Stop fertilizing in the fall.
As winter transitions to spring, keep an eye on the plant’s growth.
New foliage is a sign to begin fertilizing for the season.
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Pruning
Trim away dead or damaged leaves as you see them.
MatureMonstera siltepecanaplants love to climb, soprune them backif they outgrow their space or start to get leggy.
It’s bestto prune in the spring or summerwhen the plant is actively growing.
Avoid removing more than 25 percent of the plant when pruning.
it’s possible for you to use the portions you prune away to propagate into new plants.
Propagating Monstera Siltepecana
You’ll have the most success propagatingMonstera siltepecanaduring spring and summer.
you could propagate this plant in soil or in water.
Here’s how to do it.
Always use a pot that offers good drainage, and only go up one pot size when repotting.
watch for signs of infestation and act quickly to remove pests.
Leaves Turning Yellow
Yellow leavesare often a sign of overwatering, but they can also indicate underwatering.
Check the plant’s soil.
If it’s very dry, give the plant a good soaking.
Going forward, water when the top few inches of soil have dried.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, which can kill the plant.
Prune away leggy portions of the plant and move it to a place with more light.
Browning Tips
Browning tips can indicate a lack of humidity around your plant.
Group it together with other humidity-loving tropicals to create a more humid microclimate.
If possible,run a humidifiernear the plant.
Monstera siltepecanahas a climbing growth habit and appreciates support from a trellis or moss pole.
