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Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame' 12cm

Name: Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame' 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: MonstBurleMFlame12cm
Price: 16.9 EUR
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€16,90

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Indoor plant · Araceae · Foliage that develops with age

Monstera ‘Burle Marx Flame’

The relationship grows, one leaf at a time 💚

Family: Araceae · Pot diameter: 12 cm · Height: 30 cm

Narrow juvenile leaves
Deep mature splits
Slow-growing
Climbing habit

Monstera ‘Burle Marx Flame’ has an unusual outline that stands apart among monsteras: its young leaves are narrow, elongated and substantial, with deep green colour and an almost leathery texture. As the plant matures, new leaves can develop deep splits and slender, extended lobes that resemble flames.

This changing form adds something to your collection that develops alongside it. The clean, upright presence of a young plant gradually becomes a more intricate silhouette, with open spaces between the lobes. It is a monstera for anyone who enjoys today’s leaf as much as the anticipation of the next.

What makes it special

Its distinctive shape is linked to the maturity of the plant and the development of each new leaf.

A different juvenile form

Early leaves may be entire or show very few splits. Their simpler shape is a normal stage, rather than the mature appearance of the selection.

Slender, flame-like lobes

With more mature growth, splits extend deeply into the blade, leaving long, narrow lobes. The result is more open and linear than the familiar monstera outline.

Gradual climbing growth

It grows slowly and develops a stem that benefits from support. Its form changes over time, without each leaf following a fixed schedule.

Why you’ll love it: each new leaf adds a small chapter to its transformation.

In your space Placement & plant pairings Where to display it and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

A young plant looks at home on a side table or stand near a bright window with indirect light. As it grows taller, allow space for a sturdy support and move it to a lower stand if needed. A quiet background makes the leaf outlines easier to appreciate.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Combine its narrow outline with broader or finer foliage, in separate pots with similar indirect light.

Philodendron gloriosum — large, velvety hearts create a strong contrast in shape and texture.
Epipremnum aureum — trailing stems soften the upright line of the display.
Chamaedorea elegans — fine leaflets add a different, airy layer of green.

Care at a glance

Light

Plenty of bright, indirect light. Filter strong sunlight.

Watering

Water when the upper mix dries and the pot feels lighter. Drain well.

Atmosphere

Steady warmth, around 18–27°C. Usually adapts to moderate air humidity.

Pets

Unsafe to chew. Keep away from pets and young children.

For this plant

Potting mix & feeding

Suitable potting mix Sybasoil Aroid Premium Mix 5lt View product

Suitable feed Liquid Gold Leaf® 250ml View product

Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, atmosphere, potting mix and feeding

Light and position

Provide plenty of indirect light for steady growth. A bright window with a sheer curtain works well where sunlight is strong. A dark position can lead to a sparse stem and slower development of the leaves.

Watering well

Water once the upper mix has dried, around 2–3 cm in this small pot, and the pot feels lighter. Moisten evenly and let it drain. Do not leave water in the outer planter or wait for the entire mix to become completely dry.

Air humidity

It usually adapts to ordinary moderate humidity, around 40–60%. Avoid drying air from heating or air-conditioning. If a new leaf takes time to unfurl, do not pull it open.

Temperature

Maintain steady warmth, around 18–27°C, without abrupt changes. Cold combined with wet compost is particularly hard on the roots. Protect against draughts and contact with cold glass.

Potting mix and support

Use an airy aroid mix, such as Sybasoil Aroid Premium Mix, and a pot with drainage holes. Add a sturdy support when the stem needs it, fastening the stem loosely and keeping the leaf stalks free.

Feeding and repotting

Feed during active growth according to the label, taking account of nutrients already present in the recommended mix. Excess fertiliser does not correct naturally slow growth. Repot when roots fill the container, moving up only one size.

Botanical identity Origin of the selection Natural origins and the story of the cultivated selection

In Roberto Burle Marx’s garden

The story of ‘Burle Marx Flame’ is connected with the garden of Brazilian landscape designer Roberto Burle Marx. This unusual monstera, with its narrow, deeply divided mature foliage, was found among the plants in his collection.

A name that holds two images

‘Burle Marx’ recalls the collection associated with the plant, while ‘Flame’ evokes the elongated lobes of mature leaves. This distinctive form entered cultivation under that name.

An unresolved beginning

The plant’s original provenance was not recorded before Burle Marx’s death. It remains unclear whether it is a separate species, a hybrid or a mutation of Monstera deliciosa. The Brazilian garden belongs to its history without establishing its native geographical origin.

Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for A closer look at the anatomy and life of the plant

Heteroblasty: age changes form

Heteroblasty is the production of different leaf forms as a shoot matures. Deeper splits appear in newly developing leaves; an already developed juvenile leaf does not later turn into a mature, divided leaf.

Roots arising from the stem

Aerial roots are adventitious roots, formed on the stem rather than as extensions of the original root. In climbing monsteras they help with attachment and can take up water when they reach suitable moist material.

The node carries future growth

A node bears an axillary bud, with meristematic tissue capable of producing a new shoot. This is why a cutting needs a viable node; a leaf with its stalk alone does not have the same regeneration mechanism.

A family with raphides

Monsteras, like many aroids, contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals in specialised cells. Needle-shaped raphides contribute to tissue defence and explain the irritation caused by chewing the leaves.

Frequently asked questions

Answers about its form, growth and common signs to watch for.

01 Why do my leaves lack deep splits?

Juvenile leaves have a simpler shape. The characteristic deep splits are associated with more mature growth and sufficient light. Not every leaf develops the same degree of complexity.

02 Will the existing leaves change?

Not in their basic shape. A fully developed leaf will not later acquire the splits of a mature leaf. Watch the form of subsequent leaves instead.

03 Does it grow quickly?

Not particularly. It is slow-growing and may leave long intervals between new leaves. Steady light, healthy roots and time matter more than extra fertiliser.

04 When does it need support?

When the stem begins to lengthen and lean. Add a sturdy support without damaging the roots and fasten the stem loosely, leaving the leaf stalks free.

05 Is it definitely a Monstera deliciosa cultivar?

Its precise relationship remains unresolved. The name Monstera ‘Burle Marx Flame’ therefore identifies the cultivated selection without assigning it to a particular species.

06 Is it safe for pets?

Not for chewing or swallowing. Like other monsteras, it can cause marked calcium oxalate irritation. Keep it out of reach and contact a vet if chewing is followed by symptoms.

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Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame' 12cm

Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame' 12cm

Monstera ‘Burle Marx Flame’

What makes it special

A different juvenile form

Slender, flame-like lobes

Gradual climbing growth

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Watering

Atmosphere

Pets

Potting mix & feeding

Light and position

Watering well

Air humidity

Temperature

Potting mix and support

Feeding and repotting

In Roberto Burle Marx’s garden

A name that holds two images

An unresolved beginning

Heteroblasty: age changes form

Roots arising from the stem

The node carries future growth

A family with raphides

Frequently asked questions

Monstera 'Burle Marx Flame' 12cm — Care & Tips

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