Plant species: Monstera deliciosa 'Albo'  

Cultivar: Albo  

Genus: Monstera

Family: Araceae  

Native to: Guatemala, Gulf of Mexico, Southeastern and Southwestern Mexico  

Soil drainage: Well-draining. We recommend a soil mix composed of coco coir, perlite, coconut bark, vermiculite, sphagnum moss, and pumice.  

Soil pH: Acidic  

Fertilizers: Monstera deliciosa 'Albo' is a plant that requires a sustained supply of minerals in the substrate, as well as regular fertilization with silica. We recommend using a bio-type fertilizer (we use the BioBizz brand for the plants we grow) from early March to the end of November, complemented with silica.

Humidity: Perfectly acclimated to indoor environments, with air humidity between 40% and 60%.  

Temperature: 18–26°C  

Light: Bright, indirect light  

Plant height including pot:  
25-30 cm  

Pot size:  
10 cm  

You will receive the plant you see in the photo, without the decorative pot. Normally, this is not always the case. Always read the plant description carefully.

Monstera deliciosa is probably one of the most beloved plants among growers around the world, both young and old. Most of us even have a memory of a grandmother or neighbor caring for a mature specimen in a communist-era apartment (or on the stairwell), with huge hole-filled leaves supported by improvised structures made from broom or mop handles.

In the last 4–5 years, its younger and posher sister has appeared – Monstera deliciosa albo variegata – which has stolen the hearts of all plant lovers and been crowned the undisputed queen of Instagram.

Resulting from a genetic mutation, it features the same pinnatifid leaves, which at maturity can develop double or even triple fenestrations, but with the added appeal of unique white variegation patterns compared to the classic deliciosa.

This is, of course, spectacular – but requires a bit more care. Because the variegated areas of the leaves don't produce chlorophyll, over time they tend to necrotize and look unsightly. Most Monstera deliciosa 'Albo' owners prefer to simply trim off the dead areas with scissors (luckily, the fenestrations already make the leaves look like they've been cut).  
We recommend a fertilization plan that includes a silica supplement, which strengthens the mechanical properties of the cell walls, helping the plant withstand unfavorable environmental conditions or pests, and improving the photosynthesis process overall.



It has a very good growth rate under optimal conditions: bright indirect light (east-facing windows are the best), fertilizing from March through November, and watering when the top 2 cm of soil have dried out.

Note! To check the moisture level of the substrate, your finger inserted 2 cm into the soil is the best moisture meter.

So if the substrate feels wet, keep the watering can away for a day or two; if it feels dry, go ahead and water it.

Note 2! When it comes to watering, consider the size of the pot, the amount of substrate, and how well it aerates. In other words, don’t pour a liter of water into a 12 cm diameter/height pot — you’ll drown the roots. It’s best to **discard any excess water from the saucer about 30 minutes after watering.

As the plant grows, it will need a support pole wrapped in coconut fiber. The aerial roots will cling to this support, resulting in a stronger stem and increasingly larger leaves with multiple fenestrations.



Good luck caring for your plant! And don’t forget to give us updates by using the hashtag #greenmirrors and tagging @green.mirrors in your Instagram posts! We promise to share them in our stories 



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