Monstera standleyana
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Monstera standleyana is a striking tropical climber native to the rainforests of Central America, particularly Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. Unlike its better-known relatives, it has narrow, glossy leaves marked with cream or pale green variegation, often mistaken for a Philodendron due to its leaf shape. This species is an epiphytic aroid that thrives with support and has gained popularity for its unique foliage and manageable size indoors.
Distinctive Features
- Lanceolate Leaves: Long, narrow leaves with a deep green base and irregular variegation, rarely fenestrated.
- Climbing Habit: A natural climber that benefits from a moss pole or trellis to encourage upright growth and larger foliage.
- Vining Growth: Capable of rapid extension under optimal conditions, ideal for vertical displays or trailing arrangements.
Care Tips
- Light: Bright, indirect light is best. Too little light can reduce variegation; too much can scorch the leaves.
- Water: Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry. Avoid soggy conditions to prevent root rot.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; misting or a humidifier is beneficial in drier climates.
- Media: Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix with bark, perlite, and peat or coco coir.
- Temperature: Thrives between 18–28°C; protect from cold drafts and avoid drops below 12°C.
- Fertiliser: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength.
- Repotting: Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound, preferably in early spring.
Additional Notes
- Toxic to pets if ingested due to calcium oxalate crystals; keep out of reach of cats and dogs.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
Size: 80mm Pot
