How to Grow and Care for Monstera obliqua
Monstera obliqua is also called the Swiss cheese vine (Monstera obliqua). Its leaf edges are entire, but the middle of the leaf has holes of varying sizes, giving it high ornamental value. So how do you grow Monstera obliqua?
1. Soil
Monstera obliqua likes to grow in loose, fertile and well-drained soil. Generally, the soil is mixed with leaf mold, peat soil and vermiculite. Because the fertility of potting soil is limited, the potting soil must be replaced every 1-2 years so that it can grow better.
2. Temperature
Compared with ordinary monstera, Monstera obliqua requires a higher temperature. Its suitable growing temperature is 20-30°C. It can be seen that its cold tolerance is very strong; as long as the winter temperature is below 10°C, it will suffer cold damage, so we must be prepared to keep it warm.
3. Light
Monstera itself is relatively shade-tolerant and does not have very high light requirements. Monstera obliqua is shade-tolerant and does not like sunlight, so it is best to place it in a semi-shaded place. Especially from May to September, when the sunlight is strongest, pay attention to shading so that its leaves grow better, have more holes and have higher ornamental value. At other times, it can be given appropriate sun exposure.
4. Watering
Monstera obliqua likes a humid environment. During its growing period it needs more water to promote rapid growth, but do not let the soil become excessively waterlogged, otherwise it will rot and die. In winter, slightly control the amount of water. Usually when the air is dry or hot, it is necessary to spray water around it to improve humidity. It is best not to spray water on the leaves to prevent spots.
5. Fertilizing
The formation of the holes in Monstera obliqua is closely related to fertilizing. If there is enough fertilizer, there will be more holes. Therefore, nitrogen fertilizer needs to be applied once a month during the growing period to promote leaf growth. Pay attention to using thin fertilizer and applying it diligently. Stop fertilizing in winter.
If you want to grow Monstera obliqua with fresh green, glossy leaves, you must use scientific methods and cultivate it attentively according to the habits and needs of Monstera obliqua.