Monstera lechleriana
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Genus: Monstera
Species:
M. lechleriana
Binomial name
Monstera lechleriana

Monstera lechleriana is a flowering plant in the genus Monstera in the arum family, Araceae.[1] It is considered to be a rare plant. However, a section of plant owners grows them as houseplants. A lightly rooted stem cutting can cost upwards of $200.[2]

Uses

It is used medicinally.[1]

Distribution

It is native to Bolivia, Brasil, Colombia, Ecuador, Panamá, Peru, and Venezuela.

References

  1. 1 2 "Monstera lechleriana Schott | Plants of the World Online | Kew Science". Plants of the World Online. Retrieved 2022-03-19.
  2. Selva, Anthony. "Monstera Lechleriana Care: The Ultimate Guide". Plantials.
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