Monstera 'Siltepecana'

Botanical Name: Philodendron siltepecana

Common Name(s): Silver Monstera, Seltene Monstera, Philodendron Silver Queen

Description:
Philodendron siltepecana, often called Silver Monstera, is a perennial evergreen vine native to Mexico and Central America. This unique plant, belonging to the Araceae family, is prized for its dramatic transformation through its life stages. Juvenile plants display lance-shaped bluish-gray leaves with silver markings, while mature plants develop larger dark green leaves that gradually form fenestrations (holes), adding to their tropical appeal. Its versatile growth habit makes it perfect for hanging baskets, potted displays trailing from shelves, or even in terrariums and vivariums, where it remains in its juvenile form indefinitely.

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Prefers an indirect view of the sky; provides steady, bright light to encourage strong growth and maintain silver markings.

• Water: Allow the plant to dry out about 50% in the summer and 75% in the winter before watering again.

• Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity. Misting or a humidifier will help mimic its native tropical conditions.

• Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter.

• Growth Habit: A vining climber that can be trained on a moss pole or trellis, or allowed to trail naturally.

• Pet Friendly: ❌ Not pet safe. Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested; may cause oral irritation, vomiting, and swelling.