Mini monstera care

Rhaphidophora tetrasperma needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.

This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.

Care at a glance

Botanical name: Rhaphidophora tetrasperma
Other names: Philodendron minima, Rhaphidophora tetrasperma
Light: Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in bright, indirect light. Keep it out of strong direct sun.
Soil check: Every 5 to 8 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
Humidity: Medium humidity
Feeding: Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.

How does the soil feel 2 to 3 cm below the top?

Push a finger 2 to 3 cm into the soil. Feel if it is dry, damp or wet.

Dry: no soil sticks to your finger. Water the plant.
Damp: a little soil sticks to your finger. It feels cool. Do not water yet.
Wet: soil sticks to your finger and feels soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.

Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.

Use a chunky mix: potting soil with orchid bark and perlite. The mix must drain well.

Give the plant a pole or a stake. Climbing stems grow larger leaves with splits.
Long stems with small leaves mean too little light.
Yellow leaves often mean too much water. Let the top soil dry first.
Fine webs under the leaves show spider mites. Wash the leaves and raise humidity.

We do not know if this plant is safe for pets. Keep it away from pets and children.