Name: Monstera Deliciosa
Brand: The Sill
SKU: BN-MON-DEL-10-IS10AT
Price: 269.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.1 (59 reviews)

Monstera Deliciosa Information

About & Sizing

About The Monstera Deliciosa

The Monstera Deliciosa, sometimes also known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, is a striking tropical houseplant famous for its large, fenestrated (fancy word for "holes") leaves. It’s popular not just for its dramatic foliage, but also for being surprisingly easy to care for —it thrives in indirect sunlight and is forgiving of both missed and over-watering.

As it matures, its leaves develop unique natural holes and splits (that's fenestration!), giving any space a lush, modern jungle feel. With support, it can climb and grow impressively tall, adding vertical interest to interiors. Perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike, Monstera Deliciosa is both a conversation piece and a reliable, low-maintenance addition to any indoor plant collection.

Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
Medium plant measures 12-24 inches tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage
Large plant measures between 22-24 inches tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage
Arrives in a nursery grow pot nestled in your planter choice
If you purchase a large plant with a planter, the planter will ship separately

Sizing Guide

Small

Approximately 5" in diameter, fits plants in a 4" grow pot or smaller

Medium

Approximately 7" in diameter, fits plants in a 6" grow pot or smaller

Large

Approximately 10-12" in diameter, fits plants in a 10" grow pot or smaller

Massive

Approximately 12-14" in diameter, fits plants in a 12" grow pot or smaller

Care Guide

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. Monsteras can benefit from filtered water or leaving water out overnight before using.

Sunlight Requirements

Thrives in bright indirect to medium light.

Humidity Requirements

Normal room humidity will do, but Monstera can benefit from higher humidity conditions. Consider incorporating a humidifier to boost humidity levels more consistently if the air in the home is dry.

Pet-Friendly Plant?

No, use caution when placing this plant in homes with pets.

Read our full care guide

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Monsteras are toxic and can be irritating to cats, dogs, and humans if foliage is consumed. Best practice is always to keep houseplants out of reach of small children and pets.

Are Monsteras toxic to cats?

Monsteras are toxic and can be irritating to cats, dogs, and humans if foliage is consumed. Best practice is always to keep houseplants out of reach of small children and pets.

Yes, you can leave a Monstera deliciosa outside in the summer, as it enjoys warm temperatures and indirect sunlight. However, ensure it's placed in a fully shaded area to avoid direct sun, which can scorch the leaves. Bring it back indoors when temperatures start to drop below 60°F (20°C) to protect it from cold stress.

Can I leave my Monstera outside in the summer?

A lack of fenestrations could be caused if the plant is is getting insufficient lighting, humidity, or even inadequate support for climbing. Immature plants or those that are too young may also lack fenestrations, as the splits typically appear as the plant matures. Ensuring the plant has proper care and conditions will encourage the formation of these unique leaf patterns over time.

Why is my Monstera not developing fenestrations?

Yes, Monstera deliciosa is a natural climbing vine that uses aerial roots to latch onto trees in the wild, so training it up a sturdy coco coir pole, trellis, or totem is usually recommended. Providing a vertical support mimics its natural habitat, signaling the plant to grow upright while rewarding you with much larger, more stable stems and highly fenestrated leaves. Alternatively, you can choose to leave your Monstera unsupported, but you should guide its long aerial roots back down into the pot so they can anchor into the soil and help support the plant. Without a pole to climb, the vine will naturally sprawl outward, growing wildly into a massive, wide bush that (while beautifully untamed) can quickly become very difficult to manage in an indoor space.

Does a Monstera deliciosa need a moss pole or support?

Planter Info