Monstera Obliqua Tena

What You Will Receive:

• A healthy, well-rooted Monstera Obliqua Tena with 3-4 leaves.
• Plant size may vary depending on stock; please refer to product photos for details.
• Carefully packaged to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition.

Monstera Obliqua Tena – A Stunning Display of Intricate Foliage

Ingredients

• Light: A generous dose of bright, diffused daylight—think east-facing glow or a luminous spot behind sheer curtains. All-day luminance is the secret to refined windowing and smooth leaf margins.
• Substrate (by ratio): 40% chunky orchid bark, 25% coco coir/fiber, 20% pumice or perlite, 10% horticultural charcoal, 5% long-fiber sphagnum as a moisture buffer. This keeps the root zone airy yet evenly hydrated.
• Support: A slim moss pole, coco totem, or—best for this species—a flat plank/board that encourages a neat, vertical column and tighter internodes.
• Hydration: Room-temp, low-mineral water; a thorough soak followed by complete drainage.
• Climate: 18–29 °C (65–85 °F) with a friendly humidity band around ~55–70% and mild airflow (never blasting).
• Nutrition: Balanced, dilute feed at ¼–½ strength during active months to support steady sizing without stretching.

Method

1. Pot & Mix: Combine the substrate to the ratios above. Select a tall, drainage-forward planter. Layer a few bark chips at the base, add mix, and seat the support so it’s stable before backfilling. Roots should sit among the coarser fraction for maximum oxygen.
2. Mount & Align: Guide the vine to the support; secure each node with soft ties. For obliqua ‘Tena’, a planar mount (flat board) clarifies the silhouette and helps the leaf windows present in elegant sequences.
3. Place for Light: Set near an east window or a bright interior washed by indirect light all day. Harsh midday sun can mark the delicate lamina; consistent luminance is preferable to short bursts of intensity.
4. Water Rhythm: Wait until the top layer just begins to dry, then soak thoroughly. Allow full runoff. Consistency—never chronic wetness or drought—keeps edges crisp and fenestrations tidy.
5. Feed & Fine-Tune: During active growth, apply light feed every 2–3 weeks. If internodes lengthen, increase brightness (still diffused) rather than fertilizer.
6. Rotate & Refine: Quarter-turn the vessel every two weeks for even exposure. Redirect wandering runners back to the support to preserve the clean, columnar look.

Finishing Touch
Dust leaves gently with a soft brush or microfiber so the satin surface photographs cleanly and the negative space reads like lace. If your room runs dry, place the planter near a humidifier or group with other houseplants to create a micro-climate. Avoid cold drafts and hot air streams; obliqua appreciates calm air and routine over drama.

Serving Suggestion (Styling)
Treat Monstera obliqua ‘Tena’ as a piece of living filigree. Back it with limewash walls, pale timber, or matte stone so shadows cast by the perforations become part of the artwork. Pair with one fuller, solid-leaf companion—velvety Anthurium or a broad Philodendron—to heighten contrast: dense versus ethereal. Neutral planters (sand, ecru, charcoal) keep attention on line, rhythm, and the delicate windows unique to this form. As with many aroids, keep foliage out of nibbling reach.