Broken Heart Plant

Air Purifying
Rare and Unique

The Broken Heart Plant, also called the Swiss Cheese Vine, is a fast-growing tropical plant with heart-shaped leaves full of natural holes. It climbs, trails and adapts well indoors, making it a versatile choice for shelves, moss sticks and hanging planters.

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Plant care guide

Placement

Indirect lightBright, indirect light is best, but medium light works well too.

Watering

Water when the topsoil feels dryWater when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry.

Soil

Nutrient-rich soilBest in a rich, loose potting mix that holds some moisture. Feed monthly in spring and summer.

Pet safety

Not pet safeCan be harmful to pets if chewed, so place it somewhere they can't reach.

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About the Broken Heart Plant

The Broken Heart Plant (Monstera adansonii) is a beautiful tropical indoor plant loved for its unique green leaves with natural holes and cuts. Also known as the Swiss Cheese Vine, Monkey Mask Monstera, and Five Holes Plant, it has a lighter, more delicate look than Monstera Deliciosa while still carrying the same lush Monstera charm. Its trailing or climbing growth makes it easy to style on shelves, hanging planters, tabletops, moss sticks, and bright indoor corners. With its unusual foliage, fresh tropical feel, and eye-catching leaf pattern, the Broken Heart Plant is a lovely choice for anyone who wants a plant that feels rare, lively, and full of character.

Specifications

Botanical name: Monstera adansonii
Plant type: Creepers & Climbers
Size: Small
Height: 15–25 cm
Care level: Easy
Best placement: Table Top, Desk, Shelf and Corner, Balcony and Window
Good for: Air Purifying

Did you know?

Its holes are called fenestrations; they may help the leaves withstand wind and let light reach lower leaves.
In the wild it climbs tree trunks, so it grows bigger leaves when given a moss stick.
It is also called the Swiss Cheese Vine.

Packed for tosses and tumbles

Fit snuglyTucked in tight to ride out every bump.
Tied downPot and soil stay put, whichever way it turns.
Air holesRoom to breathe, so it arrives ready to show off.

Notes From Plant Parents

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Grown to a full, display-ready size before it ships.
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The plant in the photos, in the pot you picked.
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Grown at Our Own Farm in Bhopal
Cared for by our team until the day it ships.
Delivered Across India
From our farm to homes all over India.

Frequently asked questions

How is Broken Heart Plant different from Monstera Deliciosa?

Broken Heart Plant has smaller, more delicate leaves with natural holes, while Monstera Deliciosa grows larger leaves with bigger splits and a stronger statement look.

Is Broken Heart Plant good for home decor?

Yes, its trailing or climbing growth makes it beautiful for shelves, hanging planters, moss sticks, tabletops, and bright indoor corners.

Is Broken Heart Plant the same as Monstera Adansonii?

Yes, Broken Heart Plant is commonly known botanically as Monstera adansonii.

Why is it called Broken Heart Plant?

It gets this name because the natural holes and cuts in its leaves give them a broken-heart-like appearance.

What makes Broken Heart Plant special?

Broken Heart Plant is loved for its unique green leaves with natural holes and cuts, giving it a rare and eye-catching look.