Textured, Iridescent Foliage
Light Preference/Tolerated (Medium Light, Low Light)
Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 6-8 Feet

Like other members of the Monstera family, the Peru Monstera is all about foliage. Monstera kartenianum has thick, non-fenestrated leaves with deep ridges. The highly textured foliage is a deep dark green. This climbing plant will appreciate a moss pole or something its reaching vines can use to explore. Alternatively, feature the Peru Monstera on a high shelf or in a plant hanger, and let the leafy vines cascade.

Best Locations For Growing Peru Monstera

Display the Peru Monstera in a sunny area of your home with increased humidity. This leafy beauty will do well in a bathroom or kitchen or any room with extra moisture in the air. Choose a spot with space for the vines to trail or climb so that the greenery can be fully displayed.

Peru Monstera Sunlight Requirements

The Peru Monstera loves bright, indirect light similar to what it would receive in the understory of a rainforest. The thick foliage burns easily, so keep this plant away from direct sunlight.

Peru Monstera Care

This low-maintenance houseplant will let you know if it is not receiving proper care. Monitor the leaves for signs of sunburn, indicating too much light; yellowing of the leaves indicates insufficient light, and drooping alerts you to improper watering. Vines that outgrow your space can be trimmed and propagated, creating new plants.

Watering Peru Monstera

Unlike other Monstera cultivars, the Peru Monstera should be allowed to dry out before watering. The plant stores water in its thick leaves, making it drought tolerant. When watering, get the soil completely wet, and empty the cover pot or tray of excess water. This plant is susceptible to root rot, so do not leave it sitting in water. As a tropical plant, this stunner likes high humidity. Use a humidifier or pebble tray to keep the dark-green foliage lush and vibrant.

Feeding Peru Monstera

Feed this plant to keep it healthy and growing. Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer once each month when the plant is actively growing. Do not feed plants during the fall and winter when they are dormant.

Peru Monstera Information

Light Exposure: Medium Light, Low Light

Care Requirements: Easy

Watering Requirements: Average - Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: No

Kid Friendly: No

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Trailing

Growth Rate: Fast

Mature Height: 6-8 feet

Mature Spread: Up to 8 feet

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): White

Flower Shade/Description: White

Fragrant: Yes

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Green, Red

Foliage Description: Textured Green

Temperature: 65° - 80°F (18° - 27°C)

Humidity: Average to Above Average (40% - 80%

Common Name: Peru Monstera

Other Name(s): Green Galaxy Monstera

Scientific Name: Monstera karstenianum

Plant Type: House Plant

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

Peru Monstera