Swiss cheese monstera plants are popular in cultivation because they are easy to grow and maintain. Swiss cheese monstera plants are lowmaintenance and do not require a lot of water or fertilizer, which makes them perfect for apartments or small gardens. They also have a moderate growth rate, so you won’t need to constantly repot them.
Monstera Adansonii ‘Swiss Cheese’ – 4″ Pot


Monstera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae. They are native to Central and South America, and can grow as tall as 10 m (33 ft). The plants are unusual in that they have both stinging leaves and spines on their stems. These spines are modified leaves, and when touched they inject a toxic sap that can cause pain and swelling.Today we will be discussing the Swiss Cheese Monstera, also known as the Cuban Tree Philodendron or simply Monstera because of its resemblance to cheese. This plant is commonly found inCuban rainforest, but can also be found growing in other warm climates such as Florida.The Swiss Cheese Monstera is a unique plant because it has both stinging leaves and spines on its stem. These spines are modified leaves, and when touched they inject a toxic sap that can cause pain and swelling. The plant is also unique because it grows very slowly – typically taking anywhere from 10 to 20 years for it to reach its adult size!
- -What is the Monstera Plant-
- The Swiss Cheese Monstera is a unique plant because it has both stinging leaves and spines on its stem. These spines are modified leaves, and when touched they inject a toxic sap that can cause pain and swelling. The plant is also unique because it grows very slowly - typically taking anywhere from 10 to 20 years for it to reach its adult size!
- -How long does it take for this plant to grow-
- This particular plant takes anywhere from 10 to 20 years! A popular misconception people have is that they see the huge white flowers of this plant and say, Haha! Mine will be so big someday in a couple of weeks. However, after decades go by, they find they have plants similar in size. If the plants were gifted often in childrens parties or celebrations, then it would speed up the growth process greatly. It requires fairly low lighting conditions, but shouldnt be overwatered or forgotten about too much during periods of general neglect.
- Can grow 10 m in 10 years
- Can cause pain and swelling
- -Unique plant
- -Can be grown in the Mediterranean Zones
- -Does not flower until it is 12 years old
- Florists favourite
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- Clipping is a problem associated to many plants. This means the leaves fall, which has been the reason for the periodic introduction of invasive species in rainforest areas
- This slow growth has led to the name Christmas Tree Philodendron Or Simply Monstera
- Swiss Cheese Monstera, also known as Cuban Tree Philodendron or simply Monstera because of its resemblance to cheese
- The Swiss Cheese Monstera is a unique plant because it has both stinging leaves and spines on its stem. These spines are modified leaves, and when touched they inject a toxic sap that can cause pain and swelling. The plant is also unique because it grows very slowly - typically taking anywhere from 10 to 20 years for it to reach its adult size!