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Plant of the day · Wednesday 4 November 2026

Cut-leaf-philodendron

Monstera deliciosa

Cut-leaf-philodendron

Bring a lush slice of the Central American rainforest right into your living room.

The cut-leaf philodendron is a fast-growing evergreen climber that loves indoor spaces with partial or full shade. Native to rainforests, it naturally scrambles up trees using thick aerial roots and can reach mature heights between two and four meters. It pairs wonderfully in your home alongside other shade lovers like pothos, peace lilies, and parlor palms.

Caring for this robust tropical plant is delightfully easy, making it an ideal choice for beginner gardeners. It needs moderate watering to thrive and keeps its vibrant green foliage all year long. Just be mindful of where you place it, as the plant is toxic to both humans and household pets.

What makes this plant truly special is its large, glossy foliage filled with natural cuts and holes called fenestrations. In the summer, mature plants can even produce edible fruit alongside their iconic leaves. You can also easily multiply your collection by propagating it through stem cuttings or division.

easy carepartial shademoderate water

Grow it in your garden

Add it to your Bozlea garden and get watering, feeding and pruning built around your soil and weather. Free to start.

Full care guide in the app