Monstera Burle Marx Flame

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Minimum of 3 leaves

Rooted not cuttings

Monstera Burle Marx Flame – A Rare Monstera with Extraordinary Leaf Structure

The Monstera Burle Marx Flame is one of the rarest and most unique Monstera varieties, highly coveted for its elongated, deeply fenestrated leaves that resemble flames. Named after the legendary landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx, this plant is a true collector’s gem and a must-have for Monstera enthusiasts.

Collector’s Spotlight
A dramatic climber with narrow, flame-like lobes that deepen and elongate as it gains height. The silhouette reads kinetic—like green fire—yet stays refined when trained on a slim support.

Silhouette & Habit

• Botanical: Monstera sp. ‘Burle Marx Flame’
• Architecture: vertical vine; internodes tighten and blades grow more dissected with support
• Leaf character: deeply incised, lancey segments; satin surface; defined midrib
• Indoor reach: ~70–160 cm (28–63 in) when staked
• Pet note: keep out of nibbling reach

Placement Blueprints
Stage in a tall vessel with a cedar plank, coco totem, or moss pole. Let one leader set the height while side shoots thicken the lower tier. Neutral, matte planters keep focus on the sculpture.

Light & Air
Favor soft, steady brightness—an east window, bright atrium, or a well-lit zone set back from harsh midday rays. Consistent illumination sharpens lobe definition. Room comfort suits it: ~50–70% RH, 18–29 °C (65–85 °F).

Moisture & Medium
Water when the top layer just dries back; then saturate and allow full drainage. Root in a drainage-forward aroid mix: chunky bark + coco fiber + pumice/perlite with a modest sphagnum buffer to hold gentle moisture without clogging air spaces.

Training & Upkeep

• Secure each node with soft ties for a straight, gallery-clean column.
• Tip-prune runners to densify or keep leaders long for a sleek vertical line.
• Feed lightly (¼–½ strength) in active months to support blade expansion.
• Quarter-turn the planter every few weeks for balanced exposure.

Acclimation Cue
After moving, ramp brightness over 7–10 days. Expect higher leaves on the support to show the most dramatic, flame-cut lobing.

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