I am confused by the other name, swiss cheese. Mine does not have holes in the leaves. It is about 1 year old.
I assume you are referencing taking cuttings; just cut right below a leaf.
This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/monstera-deliciosa-propagation.htm
I just bought my beautiful plant and it looks healthy except for black crusty holes forming on fresh new growth. I have it near a skylight in a med light room. Just got the plant last week and noticed fruit flies around it too. I let it dry out between watering a. Any ideas?
These do appear to be similar to Philodendron but they are Monstera! They have slightly different care than the Philodendron.
This appears to be a fungal infection. Perhaps it takes too long to dry out between watering?
You will need to apply a fungicide, and make sure that there is plenty of ventilation to help it dry between waterings, as fast as possible.
This article will help with fungicide use: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
This collection of articles will help you to care for the Swiss Cheese plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/category/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant
I'm looking to purchase some Variegated Monstera Deliciosa seeds and heard they are a lot of fakes online. Do you know of any reputable sellers?
We do not recommend specific places to purchase from. I would try places such as Amazon, Ebay, or Etsy. Alternatively, you can try your local nurseries. They may have what you are looking for.
Here are some articles on their care, once you do find one!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/category/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant
Some of the leaves are turning black at the edges. The plant is potted, indoors, and has medium light .I water it weekly and keep soil moist. Any suggestions ?
I think the last statement about sums it up! You will want to let it dry out completely down to about 2 or 3 inches between waterings.
Now, you will need to treat with a fungicide as well. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
This collection of articles will help you with the care of the plant: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/category/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant
I have an indoor 4-5ā monstrous vine whose lower third is basically bare of leaves. Is there a way to root and repot it where it starts to have foliage so it looks better? Iām afraid to kill it ? Thank you! Jim
No, you will not want to do that. The plant is growing as it does in nature.
You can force it to branch, and possibly regain some fullness down below, though. Do some very light tip-pruning. Only cut an inch or so from each tip. This will force branching.
Here are some articles that will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/swiss-cheese-plant/repotting-cheese-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/prune-roots.htm
I have a beautiful large Swiss cheese plant plus others. I recently discovered a rogue that brought in fungus gnat although that plant and I'm afraid others have had to go. The gnats are still here. I'm worried about my beloved plant had her from a baby. Tried tanlin but they still here she's in a very large pot indoors. Any ideas?
This article will give you some information and options for control:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/fungus-gnats.htm
Could you please tell me what type of plant this is? It's attached. Thanks !
That is a Monstera! Here is an article that will help you with their care: