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Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame'

Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame'

Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame'

Format

Exposure

  • Indirect bright light

  • Exotic and remarkable indoor plant
  • Climbing port
  • Unique and rare tropical plant
  • Bright and shiny leaves
  • Distinctive flame-shaped foliage

The Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame' is a coveted collector's houseplant known for its spectacular and unique foliage. Its deeply lobed, flame-like leaves provide a captivating visual display, adding an exotic touch to any interior. This climbing plant features glossy, deep green foliage, creating an elegant focal point. It requires a support structure to thrive indoors, as its vertical growth showcases its unique beauty. Its care demands particular attention to humidity and light to ensure healthy growth. The rarity of this plant makes it a prized choice among unique plant enthusiasts.

Key Features

  • Foliage: Deeply lobed, flame-shaped leaves, glossy and deep green, adding rich texture and visual interest.
  • Form: Climbing habit, exhibiting majestic vertical growth that requires support for development.
  • Growth: Moderate to fast when supported, growing larger, more elaborate leaves with maturity.
  • Care: Moderate, needing attentive humidity control to mimic tropical conditions and prevent leaf issues.
  • Bloom: Rare indoors, flowers are small and not of major ornamental interest; primarily cultivated for foliage.

Care Instructions

  • Light: Bright, indirect light is crucial to maintain vivid leaf colour and encourage healthy growth. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorching.
  • Watering: Allow the soil to slightly dry between waterings to avoid root rot, but do not let the soil become completely dry. Adjust watering to indoor conditions.
  • Soil: A well-draining, organic-rich mix is essential. A combination of indoor potting mix with perlite or pine bark is suitable.
  • Humidity: Prefers high ambient humidity to replicate tropical environments. Use a humidifier or place in a bathroom or kitchen.
  • Temperature: Warm temperatures, between 18°C and 27°C, are ideal for growth. Avoid cold drafts and temperature fluctuations.
  • Fertilizing: During the growing season (spring and summer), fertilize with a balanced houseplant fertilizer once monthly.

Plant details

Dimensions

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Characteristics

Habit:

Flowering colours:

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Maintenance:

Soil requirement:

  • Bien drainé, terreau pour plantes tropicales

Features

Resistance:

Attract:

Use:

  • Indoor ornamental plant

Attribute:

  • Unique and decorative foliage

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