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<p><b data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific Name:</b> <i data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1" style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Monstera adansonii<br></span></i><b data-mce-fragment="1">Synonym:</b> <i data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1" style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">Swiss Cheese Vine, Adanson's monstera, F</span></i><i data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1" style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">ive Holes Plant, Swiss Cheese Plant, Monkey Mask Plant</span></i></p>
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<li><b data-mce-fragment="1">Attractive vining plant</b></li>
<li><b data-mce-fragment="1">Outstanding fenestrated foliage</b></li>
<li><b data-mce-fragment="1">Relatively low maintenance</b></li>
<li><b data-mce-fragment="1">Fast-growing </b></li>
<li><b data-mce-fragment="1">Ideal for both beginners and expert plant parents</b></li>
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<p data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1" style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">It is no wonder that the Swiss Cheese Plant has become one of the most popular houseplants, just like its cousin the Delicious Monster, which is spotted on every home decor magazine and Instagram page. Prized for its <span style="color: #157c08;"><strong>beautifully fast-growing, deep green foliage filled with an array of different lacy holes, hence its cheesy name, with an attractive vining growth habit. </strong><span style="color: #000000;">With the <em data-mce-fragment="1">Monstera Adansonii,</em> you're sure to have a plant that will be the envy of your friends.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span data-mce-fragment="1" style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">The vines of Swiss Cheese Plants <span style="color: #18800b;"><strong>look great hanging from hooks or cascading gracefully from shelves.</strong></span> As a fast-growing plant, they thrive in bright indirect light, but will also tolerate medium lighting conditions. <span style="color: #178009;"><strong>Pamper this gorgeous houseplant with </strong></span></span><span style="color: #178009;"><strong>regular misting to keep its leaves from drying out and</strong></span><span data-mce-fragment="1" style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #178009;"><strong> water it regularly without creating soggy soil.</strong> </span>They are super easy to maintain, making them an ideal choice for beginners and experts alike.<br></span></p>
<p><span data-mce-fragment="1" style="font-weight: 400;" data-mce-style="font-weight: 400;">No matter what environment they are in, they add beauty and elegance to any home or office. </span></p>
<p>Check out our <span style="color: #18800b;"><a style="color: #18800b;" title="Shop Hanging Plants" href="https://plantify.co.za/collections/all-plants/hanging-plant" target="_blank">Hanging Plant</a></span> or <span style="color: #18860a;"><a style="color: #18860a;" title="Shop Easy Care Plants" href="https://plantify.co.za/collections/easy-care-plants" target="_blank">Easy Care Plant</a></span><span style="color: #18860a;"> </span>Collections for additional options.</p>
<p><b>STYLING TIPS<br></b>Make your Swiss Cheese Plant shine, with one of these Styling Tips:</p>
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<li>For a classic hanging display, pair it with a<span> </span><span><a href="https://plantify.co.za/collections/plant-hangers" title="Shop Plant Hangers" target="_blank"><span style="color: #18800b;">Macrame or Plant Pot Hanger.</span></a></span>
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<li>Pair it with a bold <span style="color: #177e0a;"><a title="Shop Ceramic Plant Pots" href="https://plantify.co.za/collections/pots-and-baskets/Ceramic" style="color: #177e0a;" target="_blank">Ceramic Plant Pot</a> </span>for an elegant tabletop or Shelf display</li>
<li>Or, create a corner statement with a tall <span style="color: #18800b;"><a title="Shop Plant Stands" href="https://z8w7zh7e9gtn0etz-15952239.shopifypreview.com/collections/accessories-supplies/Plant-Stands" style="color: #18800b;" target="_blank">Plant Stand</a>.</span>
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<p><strong>CARE INSTRUCTIONS</strong><br>Follow these instructions to keep your Swiss Cheese Plant healthy and happy.</p>
<p><strong>Water: </strong>Keep soil evenly, but lightly moist. Don't allow the soil to get too soggy.<br><strong>Light: </strong>Bright, indirect light to medium light. Keep out of the direct sun. <br><strong>Humidity: </strong><span>High humidity is best for this plant, however, this plant will tolerate drier conditions if placed on a Pebble Tray or regularly misted.</span><br><strong>Fertilize: </strong>Feed every second week from Spring to Summer with <span style="color: #1a870c;"><a title="Shop Fertilizer" href="https://plantify.co.za/products/biotrissol-500ml" style="color: #1a870c;" target="_blank">diluted balanced liquid fertiliser</a>.</span> There is no need to feed the plant in the Winter months.</p>
<p><em><strong>Please note:</strong> Monstera are considered toxic and could cause stomach upset if consumed, keep out of reach of pets and children.</em></p>
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