Adanson's monstera vs Scindapsus treubii

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Monstera adansonii
Bright indirect
Scindapsus treubii
Bright indirect
Water
Monstera adansonii
High
Scindapsus treubii
Moderate
Difficulty
Monstera adansonii
Moderate
Scindapsus treubii
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Monstera adansonii
Scindapsus treubii
Family
Monstera adansonii
Araceae
Scindapsus treubii
Araceae

Monstera adansonii

Monstera adansonii, the Adanson's monstera, Swiss cheese plant,, five holes plant or Monkey mask plant is a species of flowering plant from family Araceae, which is widespread across much of South...

Scindapsus treubii

Scindapsus treubii is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Peninsular Malaysia, northwestern Borneo, and Java. A climber, it is typically found in tropical rainforests....

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"High","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"Varies","b":"Varies"}
Native Region
{"a":"tropical forests with hot and high humidity conditions","b":"Peninsular Malaysia, northwestern Borneo"}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Adanson's monstera or Scindapsus treubii?

For ease of care, both are similar. Adanson's monstera is moderate difficulty while Scindapsus treubii is moderate difficulty.

Do Adanson's monstera and Scindapsus treubii need the same light?

Adanson's monstera prefers bright indirect while Scindapsus treubii prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Adanson's monstera and Scindapsus treubii safe for pets?

Adanson's monstera is toxic to pets and Scindapsus treubii is pet-safe.

Can I grow Adanson's monstera and Scindapsus treubii together?

They have different care requirements, so place them in areas matching their individual needs.