Living up to its Latin name, Monstera deliciosa translates as ‘delicious monster’; delicious due to its fruit, although fruiting is very uncommon when it is grown as a houseplant, and monster for its unusual split leaves and impressive stature.
Able to grow up to four metres tall, with leaves that can span 45cm across, a fully-grown monstera is a stunning plant. Its fenestrated leaves – which earned it the nickname ‘Swiss cheese plant’ – have become a beloved motif in their own right, found across everything from décor to clothing. However, nothing beats the
