monstera
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- noun
- /mɒnˈstɛrə/
- Specialized
- In my living room, I have a beautiful monstera that adds a tropical vibe to the space.
Examples
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Taking a look now, the plant in the image appears to be a Monstera deliciosa, also known as a Swiss cheese plant.
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There are some monstera delicio deliciosas, the Swiss cheese plants.
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So we have a mini monstera and the Swiss cheese plant, which is the monstera, a dancing, a dancing eye.
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And this guy is my first ever Monstera, so he does hold a very soft spot in my heart, although he hardly ever produces no patient.
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Also sporting some monstera leaf earrings and a leaf print jumpsuit.
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The monstera is a popular choice for indoor gardens due to its stunning, perforated leaves.
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Growing a monstera requires bright, indirect light and regular watering for the best results.
Synonyms
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A tropical climbing plant with large split leaves and sweet fruit that tastes like pineapple and banana
Compounds
- Specialized
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A tropical climbing plant with large split leaves and sweet fruit that tastes like pineapple and banana
Surface Forms
Etymology
Monstera comes from the Latin monstrum, meaning 'a strange thing' or 'monster', and it is the same root as the English monster. The plant's very large, hole-filled leaves looked strange and impressive, so the name helps you remember this big, unusual houseplant.