Monstera karstenianum

Monstera karstenianum, also known as Monstera Peru, is a fast-growing plant from the Aroid family that makes an ideal ornamental when grown as an epiphyte or pot plant. It prefers subdued light and partial shade. It is moderately drought-tolerant and requires regular watering, but it is not suited to overly wet or dry soils.

Monstera karstenianum can be grown in cold regions by planting it in a pot. However, it needs to be brought indoors and placed in a warm location during winter. During winter, it should be watered sparingly, about every four weeks. The potting mix should be kept evenly moist but not soggy. It is essential to use a soil-less potting mix with a light, airy texture that drains well.

This Monstera is a climber with bullate leaves that are spectacularly puckered and iridescent, and their texture and design pop off the leaf. The plant has leather-like green leaves that feel like braille on your fingertips. The stems are long and twist around like vines.

Similar plants:

• Monstera acuminata, Monstera karwinskyi (Monstera)
• Monstera adansonii, Monstera friedrichsthalii (Swiss Cheese Plant)
• Monstera aureopinnata (Regal Ceriman)
• Monstera deliciosa, Philodendron pertusum (Swiss Cheese Plant, Fruit Salad Plant, Ceriman)
• Monstera dubia (Penanola, Shingle Plant)
• Monstera obliqua (Monstera, Window Leaf, Swiss Cheese Philodendron)
• Monstera pinnatipartita (Nido Nodo)
• Monstera siltepecana (Swiss Cheese Plant)
• Monstera tenuis (Monstera)
• Monstera xanthospatha (Holly Molly)