Name: Monstera Esqueleto
Brand: The Sill
SKU: BN-MON-ESQ-6-IS6MS
Price: 99.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
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Monstera Esqueleto Information

About & Sizing

About The Monstera Esqueleto

The Monstera esqueleto, also known as the 'Skeleton Plant', is a rare member of the Monstera family, prized by collectors for its delicate, lace-like foliage. Its leaves showcase intricate fenestrations with smaller openings near the center and larger cut-outs along the edges. From shelf plant to statement piece, its oversized, lacy leaves mature into an airy, sculptural focal point that elevates any room.

NOTE: Fenestrations may vary from plant to plant, especially in younger specimens, but with optimal care, bright indirect light, and support for climbing, the holes will grow larger and more defined over time.

Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
Medium plants measure between 11-14 inches tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage
Arrives in a nursery grow pot nestled into your planter choice, if purchased

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. This plant can benefit from extra humidity.

Sunlight Requirements

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

Humidity Requirements

Normal room humidity can work, but Monstera will 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 Monstera outside in the summer, as they enjoy 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 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 need a moss pole or support?

Planter Info