Monstera dubia Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Monstera dubia is a plant native to Central and South America. This plant is also called as the shingle plant. Its leaves are almost heart-shaped, unlike those of most Monstera, which have holes. Monstera dubia doesn't need any extra care and can climb on the surface of the ground, on the trunk of the host tree, and more.
Common Name |
Shingle Plant
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Plant Type
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Climbers
Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Monstera dubia
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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 dubia Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Monstera dubia.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Monstera dubia needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Monstera dubia needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Monstera dubia Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Monstera dubia 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 dubia to thrive is between 60% and 70%. |
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Monstera dubia Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Monstera dubia. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Monstera dubia 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 dubia Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Monstera dubia plant. |
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Maximum Height |
120 Inches or
4 meters
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Spread |
35 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
White
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Characteristics |
Evergreen
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Is Monstera dubia toxic to pets? |
Yes
Monstera dubia is not safe for humans and pets if ingested . |
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Garden Style |
Formal Garden
Modern Garden
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Monstera dubia Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Monstera dubia, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Monstera dubia Native Region |
Find out where the Monstera dubia plant originated. |
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Country |
United States of America (the)
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Specific Location
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Monstera dubia grows in tropical areas such as Asia, Central America, and South America |
