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Monstera dilacerata
Monstera Dilacerata
Quick Facts
Morphology
About
Monstera dilacerata produces long, narrow, deeply fenestrated leaves with elongated splits reaching close to the midrib, giving mature foliage a ribboned, almost feathery appearance quite different from the broad rounded blade of Monstera deliciosa. It is frequently confused with — and sometimes mislabelled as — the closely related Monstera epipremnoides in the trade, since both share a similar narrow, deeply-split leaf form; correctly identified specimens are valued for this elegant, elongated fenestration pattern.
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Before You Buy
Species-specific things to check when evaluating a listing
- Verify the species ID against reference photos — dilacerata and epipremnoides are frequently mislabelled interchangeably
- Ensure there is at least one healthy node present
- Check for scale insects and thrips on petioles and leaf undersides
Propagation Guide
Growing More Plants
2-4 months
Cultivar character is preserved through vegetative cuttings
Root single or multi-node stem cuttings in moist sphagnum with warmth and humidity.
Care Guide
Growing Conditions
Chunky, well-draining mix: 40% potting compost, 30% perlite, 20% orchid bark, 10% worm castings.
Water when the top 3-5 cm of substrate is dry.
60-80% preferred for the largest, best-fenestrated leaves.
Balanced fertiliser at half strength every 2-4 weeks in spring and summer.
Every 12-18 months. Provide a moss pole or support for climbing growth and larger mature leaves.
Common Problems
No fenestrations on new leaves
Plant is juvenile, or insufficient light
Ensure bright indirect light and allow the plant to mature — fenestrations deepen with age
Mislabelled as Monstera epipremnoides at purchase
The two species look very similar and are commonly confused by sellers
Compare leaf proportions and fenestration pattern against verified reference photos before buying
The Other Narrow-Leaf Monstera
Dilacerata and epipremnoides get lumped together constantly in casual conversation and, more troublingly, in actual sales listings. Both are genuinely worthwhile narrow-fenestrated species, but if correct identification matters to you, buy from a source that can show mature, confirmed foliage rather than a young plant alone.