SPECIMEN NO. #111
⚠️ TOXICITY NOT VERIFIED
Family: Araceae
Rhaphidophora tetrasperma
Common Name: Mini Monstera
Mini Monstera (Rhaphidophora tetrasperma) is a houseplant in the Araceae family, native to Malaya. It is a bright indirect-light species that thrives between 2000 and 6000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 7 days, temperatures of 16–30°C, and about 55% humidity. ASPCA pet-toxicity data has not been verified for this species; treat it as unknown. It is also known as mini monstera.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
Not Verified
Toxic to Cats?
Not Verified
Clinical Symptoms:
Toxicity not verified against ASPCA — treat as unknown.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement
2000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
6000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
16°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
55% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
5329745
Native Biogeographical Range
Malaya; Thailand