The Obliqua is the rarest kind of monstera plant. It grows very slowly and has large holes in the leaves. This makes it even more unique and amazing than the other kinds of monstera plants.

If you love monstera plants like me, then you should get this one too!

Monstera adansonii and Monstera obliqua are both beautiful plants, but they’re very different.

Monstera adansonii is quite similar to Monstera obliqua. It grows to only a few meters in height, and its leaves are pierced. But the difference is that obliqua tend to have big holes in their leaves when they mature. 90% of the leaves are holes.

These plants have aerial roots and are evergreen hemiepiphytes, which means they can develop roots in the soil as well as on trees. Monsteras are a common indoor plant. To assist you with growing one, we’ll show you a sample of what this Monstera Obliqua looks like.

This plant is tricky to care for and hard to propagate that’s why it’s a rare kind of monstera plant.

Monstera require a lot of sunlight, so you will want to keep them outside if possible. You can also try growing them indoors during winter months if you live somewhere with harsh winters.

You may want to use artificial lighting or fluorescent lighting on these plants during winter months when there’s no sun available outside!

If you choose to grow this plant indoors, make sure that your room has plenty of sunlight coming in during winter months when there’s no sun available outside! You can also use artificial lighting or fluorescent lighting on these plants.

SOIL REQUIREMENT

The Obliqua is a beautiful plant that has a lot of personality. If you’re looking for a plant that can add some life to your space, the Obliqua is the perfect addition!

But what kind of soil should you use for your cheese plant? The answer is simple: pick a rich quality soil mix.

A peat-based soil mix would be the perfect soil mix for the cheese plant. This is because peat has good water retaining abilities which allow enough time for the obliqua plant to absorb enough water. 

Other ingredients for your potting mix should be moss or bark and loam soil. Loam soil is a great ingredient for your mix because its loose texture allows for the plant’s roots to spread out when searching for nutrients

WATERING THE MONSTERA OBLIQUA

One of the most common mistakes that we make when caring for their Monstera Obliqua is overwatering.

This plant does not need to be watered frequently. It just has to be watered once or twice a week, especially during the summer, and once every two weeks during the winter. Only water it until the top of the soil dries off.

If the leaves of your Monstera Obliqua begin to turn brownish-yellow or get crippled, your plant is also suffering from dehydration. The darkening of leaves would be caused by waterlogging. Overwatering causes yellowed leaves, collapsed stems, and stunted development.

REQUIRED SUNLIGHT OF MONSTERA OBLIQUA

Monstera Obliqua is a beautiful plant that thrives in direct sunlight, but only for a limited amount of time. Monstera Obliqua will burn if it’s left in too much sun for too long.

Just like other varieties of monstera, obliqua enjoys bright natural light, and will thrive in bright indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight will burn the foliage and sear the fragile, thin leaves, so always keep your plant out of direct sunlight.

Monstera Obliqua is used to high humidity levels of up to 90%, as well as a deep jungle canopy to protect them from direct sunlight.

TEMPERATURE NEEDED

Monstera Obliqua is a tropical plant that needed a temperature tolerance of at least 60 degrees Farenheit. If you are growing your monstera indoors, please don’t allow the temperature to rise or decrease outside this range. Obliqua prefers temperatures between 16 to 20 degree celsius.

HUMIDITY.

Monstera Obliqua is a tropical plant so it needs a high level of humidity. If your home isn’t particularly humid, we recommend to keep your plant near the bathroom or in the kitchen. Check regularly the soil moisture, the leaves, and mist the plant if the air appears to be dry. You can also place your monstera obliqua in a room that has a humidifier.

FERTILIZING THE MONSTERA OBLIQUA

Obliqua is a slow-growing plant, which means you should fertilize it less often than other plants.

During the growing weeks, feed your Monstera with a houseplant-labeled feed every two weeks.

Fertilize it once a month using a mild fertilizer in small amounts during the spring and summer months. In the winter, however, it is advisable to let the plant rest to avoid any salt buildup in the soil, injuring the plant’s foliage and causing it to burn.

Monstera Obliqua grows slowly, and if you don’t fertilize it, it will grow even slower.

PROPAGATING THE MONSTERA OBLIQUA

Monstera Obliqua propagation is easy. This stunning plant can be propagated through stem cuttings, and it’s a great way to get more plants in your home.

Here’s what you need to know:

1. Make sure you take the stem cutting during the growing seasons, from spring to the start of summer.
2.  Always make sure there is a leaf and nod on the cutting when you take it from the plant.
3.  Place the cutting in a pot filled with peat and loam compost, then water generously on top of that layer.
5.  In a few weeks, roots will form and the plant will slowly start growing properly—then you can pot this Monstera into fresh compost!

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Photos of Monstera deliciosa plants have probably been shared all over social media in recent years and until now they are still on the trending list. Monstera Deliciosa or other monstera varieties are used as table centerpieces in buildings, homes, and workplaces all over the place.

The Monstera plant is known for its distinctive pattern and huge, vibrant leaves. When you walk into a room, you immediately see it. They always stand out in any environment because of their size and striking pattern.

MONSTERAS ARE LOW-MAINTENANCE PLANTS

Say hello to your new favorite houseplant the monstera deliciosa. This is a simple indoor plant that requires minimal maintenance to keep healthy and happy. Even though it’s low-maintenance this monstera plant needs also some care, watching it grow over time is quite rewarding.

MONSTERA CAN CLIMB.

I know you must be confused because we mostly see a monstera in a beautiful planter pot but If you want your Monstera to grow upwards, you can train it to climb by providing it with a stake or moss pole.

MONSTERA LEAVES WON’T ALL BE SPLIT.

Monstera deliciosa is known for its holes or split of its leaves. Are you curious about the splits or holes on your Monstera deliciosa? Monsteras can occasionally produce leaves without holes, and that’s perfectly acceptable! A Monstera’s leaves often don’t split because of maturity; young plants merely need to get larger. Remember that so much light will result in larger leaves with more splits as your plant ages.

MONSTERA SHOULD BE PLACED?

Monsteras thrive in areas with bright indirect light, though they can adapt to medium light as well. Your Monstera should not be put in direct sunlight because the leaves will burn.

Make that the plant has enough breathing space. Large pots are preferable for monsteras’ growth and repot them every year or two. Keep the plants on a windowsill where they will receive good light but not too much heat from direct sunshine for the first several months after planting.

MONSTERA CAN GROW OUTSIDE BUT…

Because Monsteras are tropical plants, you should keep them indoors throughout the winter if you live anywhere that freezes. However, if you reside in a warmer region, your Monstera will thrive outside, provided it has access to lots of shade and water.

Move your Monstera cautiously and carefully if you’re transferring it from the indoors to the outdoors. Start by relocating it to an area that receives a little more sun each day like under the tree, or put them on the patio, or deck. Never expose Monsteras to intense sunlight they hate it and the leaves will get burned.

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ARE MONSTERAS SAFE FOR PETS?

We adore our pets, but we also love our Monsteras! Unfortunately, having both at once is not the best idea.

Although not particularly deadly, monsteras are poisonous to both cats and dogs. That so, they will not cause substantial harm to your dogs unless excessive quantities are swallowed.

But if you want to have monstera while having a dog or cat at the same time you can place your monstera in something that they can’t reach or maybe buy a plant stands to avoid harmful situations.

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ARE MONSTERAS FAST-GROWING?

Yes, Monsteras are super-fast-growing plants and will grow up to two feet per year, as long as they get enough direct light. In low or medium light, they’ll grow more slowly but will still grow fairly quickly.

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Conclusion

Selecting the ideal plant for your house can be challenging. There are so many different kinds of plants available, each with its advantages and traits, that things may quickly get confusing.

So, I hope this blog helps you to get a Monstera deliciosa.

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