Why do we all love Monstera?

Much like any trend, it’s tricky to know where and when it started, but over the last 18 months we have seen the trend for green plants and leaves everywhere. From the catwalk to the interior design world, to stationary and crockery. The Monstera offers a lot, if it is green and leafy you are craving! These plants produce some pretty big leaves- perfect for brightening up a corner of any room. The large, glossy heart-shaped leaf which, as the plant matures, produces the much-loved split leaf, can grow leaves between 20-90cm! It is thought that the reason the leaf splits is to allow sunlight to be captured more regularly throughout the plant.

Symbolism

Chinese symbolism, where the Monstera is a symbol of a long life and the honouring of elders and respected people. That’s a lot more cheerful and desirable!