Monstera Deliciosa Philodendron. Monstera Deliciosa are considered to be toxic if eaten. Monstera Deliciosa also known as the Swiss Cheese Plant or split leaf philodendron is a plant with big leafy foliage.
Both the monstera and true philodendrons are part of the arum family a much larger group of plants that also includes the ever-popular pothos one of the worlds prettiest and easiest houseplantsThese plants are all pretty similar. No they are two different plants. Cooperative Extension which staffs local offices in all 100 counties and with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Split-leaf philodendron Swiss cheese plant or windowleaf Monstera deliciosa is a tropical plant native to rainforests of Central America from southern Mexico to Panama and commonly grown as a foliage houseplantIt was introduced into cultivation in England in 1752.
In fact Monstera deliciosa are often labelled as Split leaf Philodendrons or Swiss cheese Philodendrons in many stores adding to the confusion. Uses Benefits Cures Side Effects Nutrients in Monstera Deliciosa. Monstera Deliciosa are considered to be toxic if eaten. Like most tropical houseplants the beloved split leaf Philodendron likes things lightly moist but never soggy.
