Monstera and Philodendron are both very popular houseplants that are commonly mistaken for each other. In fact, Monstera deliciosa are often labelled as “Split leaf Philodendrons” or “Swiss cheese Philodendrons” in many stores, adding to the confusion. True Split leaf Philodendron (Philodendron bipinnatifidum and Philodendron selloum) also go by the same nickname, but are a completely different species from Monstera! So what’s the difference between a Monstera vs Philodendron?