Monstera praetermissa
Monstera praetermissa E.G.Gonç. & Temponi
Monstera praetermissa is a species in the Araceae family, native to Brazil. It is found in wet tropical forests at elevations between 50 and 900 metres. The species is most similar to Monstera obliqua and Monstera xanthospatha but can be distinguished by its habitat and inflorescence. The species was first described in 2004 and its name reflects its previously overlooked status.
Description
Monstera praetermissa, described in 2004, is a plant species in the Araceae family. It is native to various regions in Brazil, including the Northeast, North, Southeast, South, and West-Central. It grows in wet tropical forests at elevations ranging from 50 to 900 metres. The species is closely related to Monstera obliqua and Monstera xanthospatha but differs in habitat and floral structure. Like other Monstera species, it undergoes a change in leaf shape, transitioning from juvenile to adult forms with up to five perforations per leaf side. The species name, 'praetermissa,' is derived from Latin and means 'overlooked,' reflecting its recent scientific recognition and lack of prior attention from collectors.
Distribution
BR · Brazil Northeast · Brazil North · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South · Brazil West-Central