{"product_id":"monstera-albo-180-mm-exact-specimen","title":"Monstera Albo - Exact Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSydney collection only: collect from the Coogee greenhouse. This plant is not available for postage or shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMonstera deliciosa\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Albo Variegata’ is the white-variegated form of the familiar Swiss cheese plant. The contrast between green and white is its main appeal, with markings that can range from fine marbling to larger patches. Each leaf brings a different balance of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species comes from the tropical forests of southern Mexico and Central America, where it climbs using aerial roots. As a plant matures, its foliage develops the splits and openings that make Monsteras so recognisable. A sturdy support gives it room to climb and helps display the leaves as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exact specimen is \u003cstrong\u003eone fully rooted plant in a 180 mm pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, standing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 cm above the pot\u003c\/strong\u003e and carrying \u003cstrong\u003efive leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e. The newer leaves show green distributed through the cream and white areas, creating a more balanced variegated pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two leaves have damage in heavily white sections. The newer growth has a more balanced mix of green, cream and white, but future leaf appearance and variegation can change as the plant grows. Please take the existing leaf damage into account when considering this specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height above the pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35-40 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully rooted\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Damage in heavily white areas on two leaves\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e One exact specimen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coogee greenhouse, Sydney; no shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect or filtered light; protect the leaves from harsh direct sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the mix before watering. Allow the upper portion to dry, then water thoroughly and let excess water drain. Avoid leaving the pot standing in water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high humidity with good airflow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e An open, well-drained aroid mix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, sheltered conditions, away from cold draughts and frost\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a balanced liquid fertiliser during active growth, following the product’s dilution guidance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing aroid; provide a sturdy moss pole or other support as it develops\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harmful if eaten and may irritate skin and eyes. Keep away from children and pets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monstera albo, Albo Monstera, variegated Swiss cheese plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis listing is for the exact specimen described above. Leaf size and appearance will continue to change as the plant grows.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Jungle Sydney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67754259251478,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/0054\/5814\/files\/IMG_3432.jpg?v=1792306806","url":"https:\/\/urbanjunglesydney.com\/products\/monstera-albo-180-mm-exact-specimen","provider":"UrbanJungleSydney","version":"1.0","type":"link"}