The iconic Swiss Cheese Vine

Monstera Adansonii (Broken Heart) Mastery

Name: TerraceFarming
Address: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 226001, IN
Telephone: +91-9450947933
Price range: ₹₹

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Growth Snapshot

Core care pillars at a glance

Toxic to pets and people

Monstera Adansonii (Broken Heart) can cause irritation or illness if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.

Irritant: Calcium oxalate crystals
Severity: mild
Symptoms: If ingested, inflammation of the mouth, throat, eyes, and digestive tract, vomiting, drooling, and loss of appetite. The sap causes skin irritation.

The Full Picture

Though commonly sold in India as 'Philodendron Broken Heart', it is actually a Monstera. The holes are natural fenestrations to let jungle rain pass through!