Its epithet Esqueleto means skeleton in Spanish, which is an apt description when you look at the leaves of this cultivar, which look like the ribs of a skeleton with their striking slits. This striking appearance is one of the reasons why the Esqueleto is so popular with Monstera collectors.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that corresponds to the product photos in terms of size, shape and coloring.
- Delivery: in a 5 cm pot
- Growth type: climbing
- Origin: Tropical regions of Central America to South America
- Other names: Window leaf, Swiss cheese plant
Ben's tips on plant care:
- Location/light requirements: Partial shade, avoid bright/direct sunlight.
- Substrate: Ben's Babyplant Soil, special soil, later Ben's Philodendron & Monstera Soil, special soil
- Temperature: optimal at 22-28° C, do not allow to cool below 18° C
- Watering: Water well approx. once a week, keep the substrate moist but avoid waterlogging. Water less in winter.
- Humidity: Requires high humidity.
- Addition of nutrients: In spring/summer approx. every 2 weeks with liquid fertilizer.
- Should be repotted approx. every 2 years.
- Avoid draughts. Remove dust from the leaves regularly with a slightly damp cloth.
