50 Houseplants That Are Healthy to Keep at Home

46. Swiss Cheese Vine (a.k.a. Monstera adansonii) is a favorite for centerpieces.

A close relative of the Monstera deliciosa, or Swiss Cheese Plant, the Swiss Cheese Vine, or Monstera adansonii, has similar beautiful holes in the leaves but is much smaller and grows in a vining habit. The long, thin leaves are incredibly striking when fully fenestrated and are an eye-catching centerpiece. Just like its larger sibling, Monstera adansonii is an excellent choice for helping to purify the air in your home by removing common pollutants like formaldehyde while also adding oxygen to the environment. One note of caution: all Monsteras are toxic to dogs and cats.