{"product_id":"monstera-deliciosa-white-monster","title":"Monstera Deliciosa White Monster","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eThe regal and exclusive pale Monstera 'White Monster' (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003eMonstera deliciosa 'White Monster'\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet ready to bring absolute botanical luxury into your home,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the \"holy grail\" of houseplant collectors and one of the rarest,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e most coveted mutations in the world - the stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"172\"\u003eMonstera 'White Monster'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This masterpiece of nature is a true,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e exclusive find for the most discerning urban jungle enthusiasts and admirers of unusual natural anomalies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The plant's greatest pride,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e its magnet and unmistakable calling card is its breathtaking and strikingly unique foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e unlike the popular 'Albo' or 'Thai Constellation',\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the 'White Monster' variety is characterized by extreme,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e almost complete leaf bleaching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its leaves often unfurl dazzling white or cream-colored,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e developing delicate,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mint-green veins or variegation over time,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creating an absolutely otherworldly,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \"ghost\" plant effect!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At the moment, it is an extremely exclusive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e compact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"816\"\u003e10-15 cm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e baby plant in a tiny \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"870\"\u003e6 cm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e nursery pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is the most prestigious,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e expensive, and intriguing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"942\"\u003egift\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for experienced plant collectors and anyone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who wants to grow an impressive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e nature-made sculpture worth thousands of euros from a tiny seed at home!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An abundance of bright,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but ABSOLUTELY diffused (filtered) light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003eThis is the secret to this plant's survival:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e since its leaves contain very little green pigment (chlorophyll),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it is much harder for the plant to produce energy for itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It needs as much natural light as possible or a good grow light!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e However, it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"299\"\u003eabsolutely cannot tolerate direct, scorching midday sun\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - the white parts of the leaves will burn in the sun in an instant and turn into brown scraps of paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\" class=\"\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Very careful and moderate!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This tiny baby plant in a 6 cm pot is extremely sensitive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003eWater the plant ONLY when the top half of the soil has completely dried out.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"170\"\u003eabsolutely cannot tolerate its roots sitting in standing water\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the saucer (this will cause the roots to rot rapidly,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the plant will die within a few days).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A lover of warmth and EXTREMELY high humidity!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It thrives in tropical indoor temperatures (+20°C to +26°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This exclusive rarity \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"163\"\u003eabsolutely hates hot, dry air from heating radiators and cold drafts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To keep its delicate,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e white leaves from browning at the edges,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it desperately needs elevated humidity (a humidifier or growing it in a glass cabinet).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eKeep away from pets and children:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Like all members of the arum family (Araceae),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e monsteras contain calcium oxalate crystals in every part,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"160\"\u003ehighly toxic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chewing or swallowing them causes a strong burning sensation in the mouth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e swelling of the lips and throat,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as well as digestive upset in dogs and cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏠 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eBEST ROOM:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlass plant cabinets (IKEA greenhouses), bright bookshelves with supplementary lighting, and rooms where a humidifier runs continuously\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e providing this treasure with ideal conditions for its early growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector, minimalist, or modern interiors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where this visually striking and extraordinarily rare plant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as it grows,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will become the room's main design feature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10-15 cm (you will receive a small and delicate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003ebaby plant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which requires patience and care!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6 cm (miniature starter\/growing pot)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eA note and a reality check about monsteras and the specifics of 'White Monster':\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plants are living organisms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when purchasing this \"holy grail\",\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it is absolutely crucial that you understand three essential things\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to avoid disappointment! First,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"228\"\u003emanage your expectations:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the first photo in the gallery shows a huge,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mature specimen with fenestrated leaves,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to demonstrate this species' breathtaking potential in the future! When you purchase this product,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you will receive a young,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e small 10-15 cm plant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e whose leaves are currently completely solid (without holes or splits). Second,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for your baby plant to develop holes (fenestrations) in the future,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as it grows,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"642\"\u003eyou MUST place a moist moss pole in the pot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for it to climb up! Third,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the white and green coloring on 'White Monster' leaves is not stable - it is dynamic!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is completely normal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the plant to produce an almost white leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that later starts to turn a little greener,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e into a \"mint\" shade,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or vice versa. Also keep in mind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that the white parts of the leaves (which contain no chlorophyll) are extremely delicate and can develop brown,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dry spots over time - that's the price of extreme variegation. When you repot it in the future,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e be sure to use a very airy,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e coarse and exceptionally well-draining potting mix for houseplants (aroid mix),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e generously blended with perlite,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pine bark and coco coir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"www.augi-plants.lv","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55841564754249,"sku":null,"price":33.39,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/0252\/1918\/files\/IMG_4507.webp?v=1793783144","url":"https:\/\/www.augi-plants.fi\/en\/products\/monstera-deliciosa-white-monster","provider":"www.augi-plants.lv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}