Monstera tuberculata
Tuberculata Shingling Monstera
UK price
£25 to £80
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Before you buy
- Ensure there is at least one healthy node present, since a leaf without a node cannot produce new growth
- For variegated forms, verify variegation is present on the newest leaf and is not reverting to green
- Check for scale insects on petioles and undersides of leaves; monsteras are susceptible
- Confirm the cutting or plant has been rooted before purchasing, unless you are buying intentionally unrooted. Unrooted cuttings require a propagation setup to succeed
About Monstera tuberculata
Monstera tuberculata is a shingling aroid native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. In its juvenile stage, it shingles tightly against tree bark with heart-shaped, overlapping leaves that have a rough, tuberculate texture. As it matures and climbs higher, it produces larger foliage and eventually hangs or forms fertile branches. The species is collected for its shingling form and textured leaves.
Native range
Central to South America
Classification
- Genus
- Monstera
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Wild
- Growth habit
- Shingling to climbing liana
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- Broadly ovateEgg-shaped leaves, with the wider end near the base., cordateHeart-shaped foliage, featuring a rounded notch (sinus) where the leaf stem attaches., shingling
- Leaf length
- 8-15cm (juvenile)
- Leaf width
- 6-12cm
- Petiole colour
- Green, extremely short
- Venation
- Inconspicuous
- Texture
- Rough, tuberculate (bumpy), matte
- Variegation
- None
- Growth habit
- Shingling closely against support
Monstera tuberculata care
- Substrate
- Chunky, well-draining mix: 40% potting compost, 30% perlite, 20% orchid bark, 10% worm castings. Monsteras are more tolerant of moisture than most aroids but still need drainage.
- Watering
- Water when the top 3–5 cm is dry. These are forgiving plants but still susceptible to root rot if kept too wet. Water less in winter.
- Humidity
- 50–70% preferred. More tolerant of typical UK indoor humidity than other aroids, though 60%+ encourages larger leaf development.
- Feeding
- Balanced fertiliser at half strength every 2 weeks from spring through summer. Monthly in winter or none at all.
- Repotting
- Every 12–18 months when roots emerge from drainage holes. Provide a moss pole or support; climbing encourages larger leaf production.
Common problems
No fenestrations (splits/holes)
Cause: Plant is juvenile, or insufficient light
Fix: Ensure bright indirect light and allow the plant to mature; fenestrations develop with age and better conditions
Yellow leaves
Cause: Overwatering or nutrient deficiency
Fix: Check soil moisture before watering; begin a regular fertilising routine in growing season
Brown patches on leaves
Cause: Sunburn or cold water on leaves
Fix: Avoid direct sun; water at the base and ensure water is room temperature
Gear for this plant
- Coir Moss Pole, 120cm (4-Pack)Coco coir totem for climbing aroids to root into as they grow upward.
- Natural Rooting Powder, 3 x 75gRooting hormone powder for stem and leaf cuttings.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Humidity Dome, Heavy-Duty Germination KitVented propagation dome for holding humidity around fresh cuttings.
How to propagate Monstera tuberculata
- Methods
- Stem cutting, Node cutting, Air layering. Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Easy. Forgiving of missed waterings, average home humidity, and imperfect light. A solid pick for beginners or low-fuss collections.
- Time to establish
- 3-6 months