Monstera deliciosa 'Tauerii'

Common Name:
Monstera 'Tauerii'

Description:
Monstera deliciosa 'Tauerii' is a compact form of the classic Swiss Cheese Plant, prized for its manageable size and lush, tropical foliage. This dwarf cultivar retains the iconic split leaves and natural fenestrations of its larger cousin but with a smaller, bushier growth habit—ideal for indoor spaces where height and spread are limited. It thrives in Melbourne’s indoor conditions, preferring bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting mix. 'Tauerii' is slower-growing and far less inclined to climb aggressively, making it perfect for pots, shelves, or corners in homes and offices. With the right care—light feeding during the growing season and consistent, moderate watering—it will reward you with lush greenery that gives a strong indoor jungle vibe without taking over your space.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

• Indoors / Well lit

Mature Size:

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Width: 60–80 cm

Aspect:

• Part Shade

• Indoors / Well lit

Flowering:

• Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Indoors

• Air Purifying

• Herbaceous

• Perennial

Toxicity:
Toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested. Contains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation of the mouth, throat, and digestive system.

Companion Plants:

• Philodendron 'Birkin'

• Calathea makoyana

• Ficus elastica 'Tineke'

• Pilea peperomioides

• Peperomia obtusifolia