Monstera lechleriana Marcgraviaceae Leaf spots or rot: Often

Leaf spots or rot: Often from water on leaves or overly wet soil

Petiolar trichomes: Dense fibrous hairs deter herbivores and limit moisture loss in humid understories

It can trail gently over the side of a pot or climb when given a pole or trellis

Each leaf differs slightly

candelabra-style cactus with upright form

Monstera lechleriana Marcgraviaceae Leaf spots or rot: OftenMonstera lechleriana Broad green leaves gather close to the climbing stem and form a dense crown. Older foliage develops several ordered rows of oval holes near the centre. Young leaves begin narrower and mostly whole before broadening into the perforated mature form.