Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coloradensis
ID:
1276895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276233

Common Names

  • Monstera coloradensis
  • Colorado Monstera
  • Colorado Split-Leaf Philodendron

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Description

Monstera coloradensis (also called Colorado Monstera, among many other common names) is a climbing vine that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Mexico and the United States, and is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Monstera coloradensis is a popular houseplant due to its large, glossy leaves and its ability to tolerate low light. It is often used as a decorative plant in homes and offices.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monstera coloradensis has large, white, spatulate flowers. Its seeds are large and black. Its seedlings are large and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monstera coloradensis can be propagated by stem cuttings or air layering. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Air layering can be done in spring or summer by wrapping a moistened sphagnum moss around a stem. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Monstera coloradensis

Monstera coloradensis can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Monstera coloradensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monstera coloradensis?

Monstera coloradensis

What is the common name of Monstera coloradensis?

Colorado Monstera

Where is Monstera coloradensis native to?

The United States

Species in the Monstera genus

Monstera acacoyaguensis, Monstera acuminata, Monstera adansonii, Monstera boliviana, Monstera buseyi, Monstera costaricensis, Monstera deliciosa, Monstera dissecta, Monstera dubia, Monstera egregia, Monstera epipremnoides, Monstera filamentosa, Monstera glaucescens, Monstera gracilis, Monstera lechleriana, Monstera lentii, Monstera luteynii, Monstera membranacea, Monstera minima, Monstera molinae, Monstera obliqua, Monstera oreophila, Monstera pinnatipartita, Monstera pittieri, Monstera punctulata, Monstera siltepecana, Monstera spruceana, Monstera standleyana, Monstera subpinnata, Monstera tenuis, Monstera tuberculata, Monstera xanthospatha, Monstera amargalensis, Monstera praetermissa, Monstera kessleri, Monstera aureopinnata, Monstera barrieri, Monstera cenepensis, Monstera vasquezii, Monstera planadensis, Monstera florescanoana, Monstera bocatorana, Monstera alticola, Monstera coloradensis, Monstera fortunense, Monstera jefense, Monstera pirrense, Monstera maderaverde, Monstera tacanaensis, Monstera guzmanjacobiae,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50287209: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.