Monstera deliciosa
(Ceriman)
(Swiss Chesse Plant)
(Split-leaf Philodendron)
USDA Zone: 10 - 11
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Origin: Mexico, Central America
Type: Evergreen Vine

Typical Height:
Vine (30’-70’ into large trees)
(9 – 20mts)
Shrubs (6’ - 8’)
(1.8 – 2.4mts)

Typical Spread: 6’ – 10’   
(1.8 – 3.0mts)

Growth: Medium
Drought Tolerance: Medium
Salt Tolerance: Low
Wind Tolerance: N/A
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Flower Color: White
Flowering Season: Summer
Flower Feature: Insignificant
Fruit: Showy; Edible
Light Needs: Low - Medium
Nutritional Needs: Medium
Human Hazards: Irritant
Family: Araceae
Propagation: Seeds, Cuttings
Leaf Type: Simple; Pinnately Lobed
Texture: Coarse
Environmental Issues: None

Typical sizes at the nursery:
3G
7G
15G

Typical planting distance:
60” O.C.

Common Uses: Accent plant, around the trunk of a tree or palm, Medium Shrubs
Category: Vines
 
Notes: All parts of Monstera deliciosa are poisonous except the ripe fruits, Climbers; Suitable for growing indoors; Large glossy leaves

+ In this Photo:
Monstera deliciosa
(Ceriman)
Leaves close up

All sizes are approximates
Photo taken by:
All Landscape Data, Inc.
July 2015
City of Doral
Florida USA

Sources:
Betrock’s
Reference Guide to
Florida Landscape Plants

Landscape Plants for South Florida
A manual for gardeners, landscapers and homeowners.

Betrock’s
Plant Finder

Internet Sources:
http://wildlifeofhawaii.com/flowers/1438/monstera-deliciosa-monstera/

http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Araceae/Monstera_deliciosa.html

http://www.floridata.com/ref/m/mons_del.cfm