Monstera facts for kids
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Monsteroideae
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Monstera Adans.
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Monstera is a cool group of flowering plants. There are about 60 different kinds, which scientists call species. These plants belong to a bigger plant group known as the Araceae family. Monsteras originally come from the warm, wet areas of Central and South America.
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About Monstera Plants
Monstera plants are usually herbs or evergreen vines. This means they stay green all year round. They love to climb other trees, sometimes growing as tall as 20 meters (about 65 feet)!
What Makes Monsteras Special?
Monstera plants have some unique features. They have special aerial roots. These roots grow from the stem and can act like hooks. They help the plant hold onto the trees it climbs. Some of these roots also grow down into the ground. They help to support the plant and take in water.
The leaves of Monstera plants are often dark green and feel like leather. Many species have cool holes or splits in their leaves. This is why some people call them "Swiss cheese plants." The flowers grow on a special part called a spadix.
Monstera Fruit
Some types of Monstera plants grow fruit. The fruit from Monstera deliciosa is even edible! People say it tastes like a mix between a banana and a pineapple. It's a yummy tropical treat!
Growing Monsteras at Home
Many people love to grow Monstera plants indoors. Monstera deliciosa is a very popular houseplant. It's easy to care for and adds a tropical feel to any room.
Monsteras Around the World
Even though Monsteras are from Central and South America, some have started growing wild in other places. You can find them growing naturally in countries like Portugal, on the Madeira islands, and in Morocco. They also grow in parts of India, Malaysia, and Florida in the United States.
Images for kids
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Monstera adansonii
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Monstera deliciosa vine
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Large Monstera deliciosa
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Monstera under HortiPower grow light
See also
In Spanish: Monstera para niños
