Which Monstera variety to choose?

The Monstera genus offers several varieties with different shapes and sizes. Here is how the Monstera Monkey Leaf (adansonii) stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Monstera Monkey Leaf (adansonii) (this plant): perforated green foliage with natural holes, trailing or climbing habit, smaller and delicate leaves. Delicate perforated version.
• Monstera Deliciosa: uniform dark green foliage, large perforated and cut leaves, classic and easy. Classic green XXL version.
• Monstera Thai Constellation: cream and green variegated foliage, stable marbled variegations, rare collector’s plant. Rare cream variegated version.
• Rhaphidophora tetrasperma (Monstera Minima): cut green foliage, mini size, fast growth. Mini climbing version.

Why choose the Monstera Monkey Leaf? If you are looking for a Monstera with delicate perforated foliage featuring spectacular natural holes and a versatile habit (climbing or trailing), the Monkey Leaf is the perfect choice. It is the ideal variety for hanging baskets and shelves.

Exposure & placement

The Monstera Monkey Leaf enjoys bright indirect light to promote the development of its spectacular natural holes. It tolerates partial shade but prefers a bright location for optimal growth.

• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight.
• Ideal: hanging, stake, shelf, living room, office, bedroom, bathroom or room with window without direct sunlight.
• Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate: light, rich and well-draining, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: the Monstera Monkey Leaf can be grown hanging (trailing) or on a stake (climbing) depending on the desired effect. The brighter the light, the more holes there will be.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the top 3-5 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce to once every 2 weeks in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 50-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Support: install a moss or coconut fiber stake to make it climb (optional).
• Size: pinch the stems to encourage branching and a bushier habit.

The Monstera prefers a slightly moist substrate but never waterlogged — avoid excess water that causes leaves to yellow.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its unique green perforated foliage and spectacular natural holes, the Monstera Monkey Leaf brings a tropical and delicate touch to your urban jungle. It creates an airy and sophisticated effect.

• To pair with: Pothos, Philodendron, Tradescantia, Hoya or other trailing or climbing plants to create an elegant suspended urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: macramé hanger, suspended decorative pot in ceramic (white, terracotta, gray) or woven basket to highlight the trailing stems.
• Atmosphere: perfect hanging in a living room, bedroom, bathroom, office, or on a shelf to create a cascading effect.

The natural holes create an airy and graphic effect that brings a tropical and delicate touch to your plant decor.

Verdeia Tips

• Give it bright indirect light: to promote the development of spectacular natural holes.
• Regularly wipe its leaves: dust dulls their shiny glow.
• Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness.
• Choose your style: grow it hanging (trailing) or on a stake (climbing) depending on the desired effect.
• Enjoy its fast growth: the Monstera Monkey Leaf grows quickly and regularly produces new leaves.

A true tropical gem, the Monstera Monkey Leaf brightens the space with its spectacular perforated foliage and versatile habit. An ideal plant to create an airy and elegant urban jungle.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name:Monstera adansonii
• Common name: Monstera Monkey Leaf, Monstera adansonii, Swiss Cheese Vine, Plant with holes
• Family: Araceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Central and South America
• Adult size: stems up to 150–200 cm long (climbing or trailing)
• Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: moderate, allow the top 3-5 cm to dry out between waterings
• Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity for animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
• Decorative style: Tropical / Airy / Urban jungle
• Particularity: unique perforated green foliage, spectacular natural holes, versatile habit (climbing or trailing), air-purifying plant, easy to care for, fast growth

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The number and size of natural holes vary depending on the plant's age and growing conditions.