Species Name: Monstera standleyana 'Albo Variegata'

Common Name(s): Philodendron Cobra

Defining Characteristics:

• Dark green, ovate leaves with splashes of white
• Easy to care for monstera
• Climbing plant that benefits from a moss pole to attach to as it grows

Recommended Pot Size: Medium

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature Requirement (°F): 65-80°

Humidity: Moderate (50-80%)

Watering Frequency: Water thoroughly when the top 2 inches of soil are dry.

Lighting: Bright, indirect light

Soil Type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered here.

Growth Rate: Moderate-Fast

Height at Maturity: 2-5 feet

Origin: Central and South America; Nicaragua, Honduras, and Panama

Regional Locality: Found in tropical rainforest growing up trees

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Grows well in a hanging basket where it will drape over the sides of its pot. This plant will require sturdy support such as a moss pole or gardening stake if you want it to climb. 

 *Monstera standleyana 'Albo Variegata'’, are mildly toxic to both humans and pets as all parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals. We deem this plant safe for use with the above animals, but the more risk-averse may wish to avoid it

For more information please visit the ASPCA list of Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

Shipping Notes: Generous LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.

The plant pictured is in a 4 inch pot.