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Monstera Aurea

Monstera deliciosa 'Aurea'

MonsteraMood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance

Also called: Aurea Monstera, Yellow Variegated Monstera

How to identify it

Monstera deliciosa with yellow to yellow-green sectoral or marbled variegation.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: climbing.

Plant Mood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance

Yellow variegation reduces effective green tissue, so strong filtered light and careful root health matter more than on standard Monstera.

Care guide

Light

Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Protect yellow variegation from intense direct sun.

Water

Water after the upper portion dries; drain thoroughly.

Soil / substrate

Chunky, highly aerated aroid mix.

Humidity

Average to moderate humidity is suitable.

Support / growth

Provide sturdy vertical support.

Problems Planticist can help with

UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup

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