The popular tropical plant Monstera has become an indispensable part of most living rooms and bedrooms. In this article you will find out what conditions it requires at its location and whether the climbing plant also thrives in partial shade or in darker places.
Can the Monstera also stand in the shade?
Monstera plants prefer bright locations, but can also tolerate partial shade and shady places. However, you should be careful to allow them enough light for photosynthesis, otherwise their growth and typical leaf characteristics may be affected.
Can the Monstera also stand in the shade?
The Monstera actually loves the sun and bright locations, but not direct sunlight. Italso tolerates partial shade and shady places However, please note that the window leaf produces its vital energy with the help of photosynthesis. If the houseplant no longer receives any light, it will die. Accordingly, make them as bright as possible. The more brightness it has available, the larger dark green leaves will form. The typical slits and holes also only develop with sufficient light.
How can you still keep the Monstera in the shade?
If you only have a shady location on the north window available for your Monstera, you should place itas close to the windowas possible. A distance of two to three meters from the light source is no problem for the Monstera. Also pay attention to the movement of the sun throughout the day. In addition, you shoulddo not place any other “light thieves” between the window and the Monstera, such as other plants, objects or curtains, so that they receive as much sunlight as possible.
How do you care for a monstera in the shade?
Since the Monstera has less energy available in darker locations, it is also more susceptible to diseases. Therefore, pay attention tosufficient water supply,high humidity, warmthandfertilize ideally. Be sure to avoid waterlogging and an under- or over-supply of nutrients. Check regularly how your plant is doing. Check that it is growing well, that its leaves are getting brown spots, that it is curling its leaves and that the soil is okay. If you notice any abnormalities, act immediately.
What are the disadvantages of a shady place for the Monstera?
Monstera show well how comfortable they feel in their location. For example, if they lack light, theleaves become smallerand, depending on the species, the typical slits and holes do not even form. In addition, the petioles become longer so that the leaf is as close to the light source as possible bring to. In particularly dark corners, the existingleaves turn brownand theplant stops growing because it lacks the necessary energy. In the worst case, it will die.
Tip
Varimented monstera species are not ideal in shady places
variegated monstera species such as Monstera Variegata also require a bright location. However, its white spots make it very susceptible to sunburn in direct sun. If it is too shady, the white parts become weaker and it can even lose its beautiful markings. Therefore, pay particular attention to optimal light supply for variegated Monsteras.
