These tropical plants are popular houseplants ... Read Next: 15 Types of Monstera to Grow The exact reason the leaves develop fenestrations is a mystery, but scientists have a few theories ...

"The Monstera deliciosa is a beautiful tropical plant prized for its large ... helps it to develop larger leaves and its signature fenestrations (leaf holes)." Paris says it thrives best in ...

The large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves have distinct perforations called fenestrations. Scientists speculate these holes allow tropical downpours to pass through, minimizing plant damage.