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How To Grow & Care For Broken Heart Plant

by aditya abhishek

Introduction

Broken Heart plant or Monstera adansonii is a native plant of Central & South America. It is famous for heart shaped leaves that develop holes as the plant ages. 

Benefits

They are popular for having air-purifying qualities. Plant can filter out carcinogens like Benzene, Trichloroethylene, & Formaldehyde from the air.

Climate

Broken Heart plant can grow well in USDA zones 10 to 12. People living in tropical to sub-tropical climatic conditions can easily grow this plant. 

Soil & Potting Mix

They love well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Prepare potting mix with 50% garden soil + 30% cocopeat + 20% organic compost.

Sunlight

Avoid keeping them under direct sunlight. Bright indirect sunlight throughout the day is best for Monstera adansonii plant. 

Watering

Keep the soil little moist but avoid waterlogging in the pot. In dry days, use humidifier to increase humidity in the surrounding. 

Fertilizers

To maintain lush green foliage fertilize your plant with nitrogen-rich fertilizers. From spring to end of summers fertilize with tea leaf compost once in a month. 

Propagation

To propagate this plant take cuttings from the bottom of the stem, just below a leaf node of a healthy leaf. Dip the bottom end in rooting hormone & plant them in the soil. 

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