Is Monstera obliqua Miq. rare?

Monstera obliqua Miq. is classified as Ultra Rare. Availability is described as Very Low. It originates from Pastaza, Ecuador; cultivated locality form and is considered a Rare Cultivar collector specimen.

Where can I buy Pastaza Form Monstera?

Pastaza Form Monstera (Monstera obliqua Miq.) can be found on eBay UK, specialist aroid nurseries, and private collector groups. Aroid Atlas tracks live UK market prices to help you pay a fair price.

What light does Monstera obliqua Miq. need?

Monstera obliqua Miq. requires Filtered, bright indirect light. As a species from Pastaza, Ecuador; cultivated locality form, it thrives in conditions that replicate its natural forest habitat.

What humidity does Monstera obliqua Miq. need?

Monstera obliqua Miq. prefers Consistently high (70% or higher) humidity. Maintaining adequate humidity is important for healthy leaf development and preventing tip browning.

Is Monstera obliqua Miq. easy to care for?

Monstera obliqua Miq. is rated as Advanced difficulty. It has a Moderate growth rate. It is best suited for collectors with experience growing rare tropical aroids.

Monstera obliqua 'Pastaza Form'

Pastaza Form Monstera

Wild Species

££££ · CollectorVery LowPastaza, Ecuador; cultivated locality form

Market Analysis

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Morphology

leaf ShapeNarrow, elongated, oblong

leaf LengthLarge, elongated proportions

leaf WidthNarrow profile

petiole ColorGreen

venationPinnate with moderate fenestration

textureSoftly undulate margins

variegationNone

growth HabitSlender epiphyte

About

The Monstera obliqua 'Pastaza Form' is a highly sought-after epiphyte native to the humid premontane rainforests of the Pastaza province in Ecuador. Distinguished by its slender, elongated, and oblong leaves, this form exhibits a unique, graceful drape with moderate fenestration patterns. It is a refined specimen that thrives in environments with high humidity and stable, warm temperatures, typically ascending trees in its natural habitat. Prized by collectors for its elegant foliage and distinct morphological profile, it remains a crown jewel for serious aroid enthusiasts.

Climate Profile

OriginPastaza, Ecuador; cultivated locality form

HumidityConsistently high humidity (70% or higher)

TemperatureStable warmth, tropical range

LightFiltered, bright indirect light

FamilyAraceae

GenusMonstera

Retail Price

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Quick Facts

growth HabitSlender epiphytic climber

mature SizeCan reach several meters when provided support

lightFiltered, bright indirect light

humidityConsistently high humidity (70% or higher)

temperatureStable warmth, tropical range

difficultyAdvanced

growth SpeedModerate

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