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Comparison \u00b7 side by side

Monstera Deliciosa vs. Monstera Adansonii

Two species, same genus, very different growth habits. Deliciosa wants room; adansonii wants a moss pole.

Side by side

TraitMonstera DeliciosaMonstera Adansonii
LightBright indirectBright indirect
WaterTop third dry betweenDry to 40% between waterings
Humidity50–70% ideal
Pet safetyToxic to petsToxic to pets

What matters most

Deliciosa: large fenestrated leaves, climbing-to-vining. Adansonii: smaller perforated leaves, vining. Both toxic to pets.