Plants

Adanson's monstera care: light, water & problems

Scientific name: Monstera adansonii · Common name: Adanson's monstera

A smaller climber than M. deliciosa, with heart-shaped leaves and oval holes between the veins.

Editorial revision: 2026-10-01

Care at a glance

Light: Give bright indirect light; avoid scorching sun through glass.
Watering: Keep the mix moist but drained in active growth; reduce water in winter.

A smaller climber than M. deliciosa, with heart-shaped leaves and oval holes between the veins.

Give bright indirect light; avoid scorching sun through glass.

Keep the mix moist but drained in active growth; reduce water in winter.

Conditions vary with pot, season and location. Always check the mix and your plant's response.

Moderate to high humidity helps; add support if you want upright growth.

Use an airy, draining mix and a pot with drainage holes. Match pot size to the root ball so excess mix does not remain wet.

Feed only during active growth and follow the product label. Correct damaged roots or poor light before fertilising.

Dry edges can accompany dry air; also inspect watering and spider mites.

Yes, though a support lets you train its climbing stems.