The Swiss cheese plant gets its name from its large, heart-shaped leaves which, develop holes as the plant ages, making its leaves resemble Swiss cheese. Native to Central and South America, the Swiss cheese plant is a tropical perennial typically grown as a houseplant. It’s notoriously easy to care for and loves to climb—providing it with a stake, moss stick, or trellis that it can cling to can lead to some beautiful displays!

It’s also a popular houseplant because it’s generally unfussy and has few pests or diseases. Its gorgeous leaves, which develop holes that give it its whimsical name, may grow up to three feet wide! It’s a great plant for newbies and experienced plant people alike.