Monstera subpinnata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schott) Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 2: 267 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245827
Common Names
- Monstera subpinnata
- Subpinnate Monstera
- Monstera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monstera subpinnata (also called Ceriman, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America and Mexico. It grows in tropical rainforests, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Monstera subpinnata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monstera subpinnata has a white flower with a yellow center and a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black, and its seedlings are small and thin with long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monstera subpinnata is a tropical evergreen vine that can be grown in a container or outdoors in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers a well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or air layering. Place the cuttings in a pot with moist potting mix and keep it in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings take root.
Where to Find Monstera subpinnata
Monstera subpinnata can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Peru.
Monstera subpinnata FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Monstera subpinnata?
Monstera subpinnata prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).
How much light does Monstera subpinnata need?
Monstera subpinnata prefers bright, indirect light.
What type of soil is best for Monstera subpinnata?
Monstera subpinnata prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.
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
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:87550-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.