Monstera tenuis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Koch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (B, Berolinensis) 1855(App.): 4 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245830
Common Names
- Monstera tenuis
- Slender Monstera
- Monstera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monstera tenuis (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 tenuis 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
The flower of Monstera tenuis is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, tender plant with long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monstera tenuis is a tropical evergreen vine that can be grown in partial to full shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized monthly. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or division of the root ball.
Where to Find Monstera tenuis
Monstera tenuis can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Peru.
Monstera tenuis FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Monstera tenuis?
Monstera tenuis prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).
How much light does Monstera tenuis need?
Monstera tenuis prefers bright, indirect light.
What type of soil is best for Monstera tenuis?
Monstera tenuis 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
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:87553-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.