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Split Leaf Philodendron
Monstera deliciosa Liebm
38.7082, -121.33
Field Notes
Description:
This Central American plant has been more widely cultivated as an ornamental than as a fruit plant, but its edible qualities are well known.
Monstera is a vigorous, creeping or climbing vine with thick stems and heart shaped leaves often 2 feet wide and 3 feet long (60 by 90 cm) in tropical climates (in Phoenix, 1 foot by 1.5 foot is more usual - 30 by 45 cm). The leaves are both deeply lobed and perforated near the center.
Habitat:
In their natural setting, monstera plants thrive in lightly shaded, humid conditions below the canopy of the tropical forest. They grow best in high-pH, alkaline soils that drain well. The plants do not like wet feet and will not grow in saturated ground. For indoor containers, a mixture of sand and loam in equal parts makes a good growing medium. Monstera plants can tolerate direct sunlight but may lighten in color with prolonged exposure.
Read more: Monstera Plant Care | Garden Guides http://www.gardenguides.com/138101-monstera-plant-care.html#ixzz1t7aPNx…
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