Neat and delicate Monstera Adansoni Variegata

 Monstera adansoni variegata is one of the most popular indoor plants among green lovers and plant lovers. Looking at the Monstera adansoni, with its very small, cute and delicate leaves fluttering in the sky, makes you want to stare at them all day. But actually, it's not that easy to find information about this plant. Today, we will learn about Monstera adansoni and how to care for it indoors.

 

Monstera adansoni glowing on the window sill (Photo by Mung Flower Garden)

What about Monstera Adansoni Variegata?

 

 Monstera adansoni variegata is native to South America. This plant belongs to the genus Monstera, which has about 50 species of plants. Among these, Monstera deliciosa is the most famous, and most people easily confuse Monstera deliciosa with Monstera adansoni variegata. In particular, when you take a picture of this plant with Google Lens or Naver Lens, it just says "Monstera" and only shows pictures of Monstera deliciosa.

 Monstera adansoni variegata and Monstera deliciosa are both members of the Monstera genus, but these two plants are completely different species. Monstera adansoni variegata is characterized by small leaves and a leaf shape with distinct holes. On the other hand, Monstera deliciosa is characterized by large leaves and a leaf shape without holes. As heart-shaped shield-like leaves emerge, holes gradually appear, but Adansoni is also characterized by holes appearing from the time new leaves emerge.

 

 

What are the benefits of Monstera Adansoni?

 Monstera Adansoni Variegata has many attractive advantages. What stands out the most is that this plant looks vibrant and creates a very sophisticated atmosphere. Because this plant grows with its head raised, it looks even more impressive when placed high up. Additionally, because of its cool hole design, it becomes even more attractive when placed near a sunny window. Monstera adansoni is also famous as an air purifying plant.

 

 This plant absorbs volatile organic compounds and has the ability to filter out dust and harmful substances, improving the indoor environment. Additionally, this plant has a high UV blocking ability, so it has the effect of blocking UV rays inside the house. And, Monstera adansoni variegata is one of the easiest plants to care for. If you give it a little water and place it in a well-lit place, it will grow well. Of course, you must be careful not to overwater or expose to direct sunlight. Anyone who grows Monstera deliciosa will know this well. For the Monstera family, the difficulty level is almost Zero...^^

 

Adansoni is beautiful with small leaves and split leaves (Photo by Mung Flower Garden)

How to take good care of Monstera Adansoni?

 Put it in the right place

 

 Monstera adansoni variegata should be grown in a bright location. However, direct sunlight should be avoided as prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can cause burns to the leaves. Therefore, even if placed near a window, it is recommended to avoid direct sunlight, or to use an artificial light source that provides light indoors.

 

 Additionally, Monstera adansoni variegata grows well at temperatures between 20℃ and 30℃, so it is not recommended to manage it in places that are too cold or too hot.

 

 Proper watering and soil management

 

 Monstera adansoni variegata's leaves may drop immediately when the soil dries, so appropriate humidity must be maintained. It is best to water the plant appropriately before the soil dries out and plant it in a well-draining pot to prevent water from accumulating. Usually, it is expressed as giving this when the topsoil dries. Although it may vary depending on the environment of the house, it takes about a week for the topsoil to dry. Additionally, soil replacement is recommended once a year if there is no suitable fertilizer in the soil, and when replacing, be careful not to let water come into contact with the leaves.

 Correct leaf care

 Because Monstera Adansoni Variegata has large leaves, it is easy for dust to accumulate. Therefore, you need to wipe the leaves periodically to remove dust. Additionally, pruning should be done according to the speed at which the leaves grow. Without pruning, the plant may become overly large and difficult to maintain indoors.