How to care for a Monstera Obliqua

How To Care for a Monstera Obliqua

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright indirect light. Not suited for low light or full afternoon sun.

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 or leaving water out overnight before using.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

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

Fun Fact

In the wild, Monstera Obliqua climbs trees to reach more light, using aerial roots for support. Providing a coco coir pole or trellis at home encourages this natural growth and helps the plant develop larger leaves with more dramatic fenestrations!

Plant Origin

Tropical Americas

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Monstera Obliqua:
  • Minimal leaf holes:

Young plants start off with minimal holes, 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