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Monstera Dubia

A fascinating shingling Monstera whose small leaves press flat against a support as it climbs, showing silvery variegation. Utterly unique.

Plant Type:
Light Needs:Bright Indirect
Care Level: Easy
Location: Indoor
Pet Friendly: No

Light

Bright indirect

Watering

When top 1–2 in dry

Toxicity

Toxic if ingested — keep from pets

About This Plant


Monstera dubia is unlike any other Monstera in its juvenile form: its small, heart-shaped leaves lie flat and overlap against a surface like shingles, banded with silvery variegation. As it matures and climbs, the leaves enlarge and develop the fenestrations Monsteras are known for. It wants bright, indirect light and a flat support like a board or slab to shingle against, plus soil that’s kept lightly moist. High humidity helps. Toxic to pets if ingested. A genuine collector’s curiosity.

Care Guide

Light

Bright indirect light is ideal. Avoid harsh direct sun.

Watering

Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.

Pet Safety

Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. Keep out of reach.

Plant Details

Scientific Name

Monstera dubia

Common Name

Shingle Plant

Family

Araceae

Origin

Central & South America

Mature Size

Climbs 3+ ft

Growth Rate

Moderate

Pot Size

6″ nursery pot

Light 

Bright indirect

Watering

When top 1–2 in dry

Humidity

Moderate to high

Temperature

65–80°F

Toxicity

Toxic if ingested — keep from pets

Customer Reviews


Description

Monstera dubia is unlike any other Monstera in its juvenile form: its small, heart-shaped leaves lie flat and overlap against a surface like shingles, banded with silvery variegation. As it matures and climbs, the leaves enlarge and develop the fenestrations Monsteras are known for.

It wants bright, indirect light and a flat support like a board or slab to shingle against, plus soil that’s kept lightly moist. High humidity helps. Toxic to pets if ingested. A genuine collector’s curiosity.

Additional information

Care Level

Light Needs

Location

Pet Friendly

Plant Type

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