monstera deliciosa
'aurea'

Sun Monstera, Gold Variegated Split-leaf.

Care level

Medium

Variegation

Sectorial pattern

Reversion

Moderate

This stunning yellow-variegated beauty shows off splashes of golden yellow throughout its leaves, creating a warm, sunshine-like glow. Unlike its white-variegated cousins, the aurea form maintains better chlorophyll levels, making it slightly more vigorous while still being a showstopper!

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (59°F - 89.6°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 60 and 90% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

Click on the soil name for more information.

Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

Features

Size & growth

Large

Climbing

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 3 to 6 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Human
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The monstera aurea cannot produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods