How to care for a Monstera Burle Marx Flame

How To Care for a Monstera Burle Marx Flame

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in medium to bright indirect light.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from extra humidity and filtered water.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

Unlike the Monstera deliciosa, which can take over a living room in a year, the 'Burle Marx Flame' is notoriously slow-growing. One of the reasons it remains so rare and sought after by collectors!

Plant Origin

Brazil

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Monstera Burle Marx Flame:
  • Minimal leaf splits:

Young plants start off with little to no splits, as they mature more will develop

  • Brown, crispy edges:

Underwatered, or high salt build up from tap water

  • Yellowing leaves or black stems, wet potting mix:

Overwatered

  • Leaf drop, Etiolation:

Not enough light