Monstera lechleriana Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Monstera lechleriana is a popular flowering plant in Bolivia, Colombia, Panama, and Venezuela. This plant resembles the common Monstera adansonii, with holes in its leaves, and grows like a vine. For its care, this plant is straightforward to use and suitable for beginner planters.
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Monstera lechleriana
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Plant Type
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Climbers
Houseplants
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Monstera lechleriana
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Genus
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Monstera
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Monstera lechleriana Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Monstera lechleriana.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Monstera lechleriana needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Monstera lechleriana needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Monstera lechleriana Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Monstera lechleriana to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Monstera lechleriana to thrive is between 60% and 70%. |
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Monstera lechleriana Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Monstera lechleriana. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Monstera lechleriana plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Monstera lechleriana Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Monstera lechleriana plant. |
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Maximum Height |
120 Inches or
4 meters
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Spread |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Monstera lechleriana toxic to pets? |
Yes
This plant is toxic to pets and human if ingested. |
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Garden Style |
Formal Garden
Modern Garden
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Monstera lechleriana Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Monstera lechleriana, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Monstera lechleriana Native Region |
Find out where the Monstera lechleriana plant originated. |
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Country |
United States of America (the)
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Specific Location
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Grows in tropical areas such as Central America and South America |
