Philodendron lacerum

Monstera deliciosa is a species of flowering plant native to tropical rainforests of southern Mexico, south to Panama.

Common name: Windowleaf, Ceriman, Split-leaf philodendron
Color: brown
Bloom time: Rarely flowers indoors
Height: 30.00 to 70.00 feet
Difficulty level: easy to grow

Planting & Care
Monstera is more commonly propagated by stem cuttings. Swiss cheese plant cuttings are easy to root. With cuttings, you have the option of rooting them in water first or simply sticking them straight into the soil. Cuttings should be taken just after a leaf node, removing the bottom-most leaves.

Sunlight: Part shade

Soil: well-drained soil

Water: Medium

Temprature: 8-10 C

Fertilizer: Apply any organic fertilizer

Care:

• While this epiphyte plant – which is native to the rainforests in south America is a flowering plant, it s primarily grown indoors for its attractive foliage and the height it grows up to.
• It s a plant that becomes a focal point of a room once it matures.

Special Feature:
Large leaved indoor plant for warm, bright and humid areas.
Use
Ornamental use:

• The plant is used for ornamental purpose.

Note:
No serious insect or disease problems. Watch for aphids, mealybugs, thrips, scale or spider mites.

Reference:
http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/ http://www.flowersofindia.net/