Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kessleri
ID:
797674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 91 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797007

Common Names

  • Monstera Kessleri
  • Kessleri Monstera
  • Kessler's Monstera

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Description

Monstera kessleri (also called 'Kessler's Monstera' and 'Kessler's Swiss Cheese Plant', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America. It typically grows in tropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monstera kessleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can be used as a hedge or border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monstera kessleri is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monstera kessleri is a vine that can be propagated by stem cuttings or air layering. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C. It can be pruned to shape and will flower in late summer.

Where to Find Monstera kessleri

Monstera kessleri is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.

Monstera kessleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monstera kessleri?

Monstera kessleri

What type of plant is Monstera kessleri?

Monstera kessleri is a vine

What is the natural habitat of Monstera kessleri?

Monstera kessleri is native to Mexico and Central America

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,

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