Monstera Lechleriana Variegated
Monstera Lechleriana Variegated
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What it is: Monstera lechleriana, sold here as a variegated form. It belongs to the Monstera genus in the aroid family (Araceae). Variegated plants do best in bright, indirect light, although no light level guarantees how much variegation new leaves will show, and the pale sections can scorch in hot direct sun.
Light: Bright to medium indirect light, avoiding harsh direct sun.
Watering & care: Water thoroughly once the top half of the mix has dried, using a well-draining mix. It is fairly forgiving of a missed watering but sensitive to overwatering. A pole or trellis supports its climbing growth.
Winter indoors: Growth slows in winter, so water less often and let the mix dry a bit more between waterings. Monsteras like warmth all year, ideally about 18–25 °C (65–77 °F), away from cold drafts and direct heat such as radiators or vents (RHS). Very dry furnace air can brown leaf edges (RHS). A room humidifier is the most effective way to raise humidity; a pebble tray or grouping plants gives only a small, local boost.
Expected indoor size: Given support it can eventually climb to about 2.4–3 m (8–10 ft) indoors, though most plants stay much smaller for years. Growth depends on light, pot size, support and care, so treat these figures as a guide rather than a promise.
Feeding:
Feed with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer, and pause through the winter.
Pets & people: Monstera contains calcium oxalate crystals. Keep it away from pets and children who might chew it, and wash your hands after pruning, because the sap can irritate skin.
About your plant: Every plant is a little different. Size, leaf count, splits and especially the amount and pattern of variegation vary from plant to plant. Your plant may show more or less variegation than the photos, and new leaves may differ from older ones. The size option (4") refers to the pot size. It does not guarantee an exact plant height or leaf count. Photos show typical plants from our greenhouse, not the specific plant you will receive.
