Split Leaf Philodendron Vs Monstera Deliciosa. Split leaf philodendron is a common name for monstera deliciosa. Sproutingindoors september 26 2020 september 26 2020.
A monstera is a monstera and philodendrons are philodendrons and monstera are not philodendrons and now maybe we have a more clear understanding of why. Even the most experienced plant lovers can have a hard time telling some plants apart. There are two true species of philodendron that also go by the name split leaf philodendron.
These plants are both completely different plants than monstera but go by the same nickname in some cases.
This can be because certain plants share common features like heart shaped leaves while others have. But it s not a philodendron at all. Sproutingindoors september 26 2020 september 26 2020. The name stuck and that is why you see split leaf philodendron or swiss cheese philodendron stuck on a label on a monstera pot.