Monstera deliciosaAlbo Variegata is one of the most iconic plants in the houseplant world. A naturally occurring mutation of the classic Swiss cheese plant, it produces the same large, fenestrated leaves but with dramatic white and cream sectors that replace areas of green in patterns that vary from leaf to leaf. Some leaves are predominantly green with white flecks; others are half and half. No two leaves are ever the same. It loves to climb vigorously given the right conditions, and training it up amoss polewill encourage larger leaves and more pronounced fenestration. This is a long-term plant: slow relative to the green form, but extraordinarily rewarding over time.
Live Arrival Guarantee
All plants are covered by our 7-day live arrival guarantee. We pack every order in protective, sustainable packaging designed to keep your plants safe in transit, and every plant is checked before it ships. On the rare occasion something is not right on arrival, we will make it good, provided the plant is still in its original nursery pot.
Your quick reference for choosing the right plant size. We group our plants by the diameter of their nursery pots which gives you a consistent way to understand scale.
5–8cm
Mini
Small but full of charm. These compact plants are perfect for desks, windowsills, and small shelves, or for building out a collection over time. Ideal if you enjoy watching your plants grow from the beginning. Approx. height: 10–20cm
9–11cm
Small
A step up in presence, great for side tables, shelves, or styling in clusters. Easy to move around and perfect for adding greenery without taking up too much space. Approx. height: 25–35cm
12–14cm
Medium
Our most versatile size. Works beautifully on shelves, desks, and plant stands, offering a fuller look without dominating a space. A great balance between impact and flexibility. Approx. height: 25–50cm
15–18cm
Large
More established plants with fuller foliage and stronger structure. Ideal for creating soft focal points in a room. Great for corners, beside furniture, or as standalone features. Approx. height: 40–70cm
19+cm
Extra Large
Big, impactful plants designed for floors and open spaces. These are your statement pieces and are perfect for anchoring a room or transforming a corner with instant greenery. Approx. height: 60cm–1.3m
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How to care for Monstera Albo
Give me bright light out of the midday sun and water me when the top of my soil feels dry.
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What our customers say
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Emily P.
Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.
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James R.
Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.
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Sophie L.
Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.
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About Monstera Albo
Monstera deliciosa Albo Variegata is a rewarding challenge of a houseplant. It needs bright indirect light, watering once the top 2 to 3cm of compost has dried out, a little extra humidity and a minimum temperature of 16°C. It is harmful to pets and small children if eaten.
This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light.Read moreShow less
This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light.
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top 1/3 to 1/2 of the soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth.Read moreShow less
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top 1/3 to 1/2 of the soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth.
Humidity
Average homeHigh humidity
Prefers a little extra humidity
This plant will tolerate normal household humidity, but performs best with slightly higher levels. Like all tropical plants, good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. If you have a particularly dry home, grouping plants together can help to increase humidity.Read moreShow less
This plant will tolerate normal household humidity, but performs best with slightly higher levels. Like all tropical plants, good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. If you have a particularly dry home, grouping plants together can help to increase humidity.
This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth.Read moreShow less
This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth.
Feeding
Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.
Soil & Substrate
The white sections of an Albo leaf contain no chlorophyll and cannot photosynthesise, which means the plant is working harder than an all-green Monstera to sustain itself. Good substrate and consistent care are therefore more important here than with the standard form. Our Monstera and Philodendron Premium Potting Mix is peat-free, hand-blended in Yorkshire, and formulated for vigorous climbing Monsteras.
Harmful if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and wash your hands after pruning.
Origins
Monstera deliciosa is native to the tropical rainforests of southern Mexico and Central America, where it grows as a hemiepiphyte, beginning on the forest floor before climbing toward the canopy. The Albo Variegata is a spontaneous mutation in which certain cells lack chlorophyll, producing the characteristic white sectors.
Yes, this plant will benefit from additional support. As a natural climber, it produces larger, more impressive leaves when given something to grow against. A moss pole or coir support is ideal. You can find our full range of plant supports here.
How variegated will my plant be?
Variegation is one of the things that makes each plant truly one of a kind, and it's also one of the hardest things to guarantee. Every variegated plant is unique, and the amount, pattern, and intensity of variegation will vary from plant to plant, leaf to leaf, and even season to season.
The photos on our site are representative of the variety and we do our best to pick out the most representative plant of the bunch, but your plant may have more or less variegation than what's pictured. That's not a fault, it's the nature of how variegation works. It's influenced by light, genetics, and growing conditions, and it will continue to change as your plant grows in your home.
A few things worth knowing: bright, indirect light tends to encourage stronger variegation. Too little light and your plant may push out more green leaves to compensate. Too much direct sun and you risk scorching the paler sections, which have less chlorophyll to protect them. Finding the right balance for your space is part of the journey.
When do fenestrations develop?
Fenestrations typically develop once the plant reaches maturity and is actively climbing. The more light it receives and the higher it climbs, the larger and more fenestrated the leaves become. Training it up a support pole is the most reliable way to encourage them.
Is this plant safe for my pets?
No, this plant isn't pet safe. It can be harmful or cause irritation if chewed, so keep it out of reach of cats and dogs. If you think your pet has eaten any, ring your vet straight away.
We aim to avoid using pesticides where possible, but we can't control the whole supply chain.
If the plant is going into a vivarium, terrarium or aquarium with live animals, rinse the leaves and roots well, remove any soil and let the plant dry out before adding it. We'd also suggest keeping it away from animals for a month first.
Can I see a photo of the exact plant I'll receive?
We're not able to send photos of individual plants or let you choose a specific one, as plants are selected by our team when your order is packed. Our photos show the variety and the kind of plant you can expect, and yours may vary a little in height, shape or fullness.
If a size has a code next to it, such as 9cm / B2, you're buying the exact plant pictured.
Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.
It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.
If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.
If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.
That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.
Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.
When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.
We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.
Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.
It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.
Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.
Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.
During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.
That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 7 days with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.
The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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Rated by real customers
Customers praised this healthy Albo Variegata for its stunning variegation, size, and condition. Reviews highlighted "beautiful plant," "excellent packaging," and outstanding customer service. Some noted variegation was less than expected for premium pricing. Minor issues included leaf discoloration and a centipede in soil, but overall satisfaction was very high.
An absolute wish list plant for me. The variegation was more than expected.
Beautiful plant! Much bigger than I expected and I love it.
Well established, good size with several leaves. Super healthy!
5 stars: 38 (90%)
4 stars: 2 (5%)
3 stars: 0 (0%)
2 stars: 2 (5%)
1 star: 0 (0%)
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Anonymous (United Kingdom)
12cm (Medium Variegation)
Beautiful plant and beautiful condition
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Larah Yearwood (United Kingdom)
15cm (Light Variegation)
Beautiful plant! Much bigger than I expected and I love it. I’ve never had a plant delivered from GrowTropicals that I didn’t love. The quality is always fantastic and I trust them completely.
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Emily C.
Highly variegated monstera albo
I am thoroughly impressed with my purchase. The plant is well established, a good size and had several leaves. I've had the plant a little while before writing a review, due to receiving an albo from another store which was of very poor quality. Since then it has put out a new leaf, which is super healthy! The plant arrived safely, and was packaged really well.
I will certainly buy from GrowTropicals again, thank you!
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Charli T.
Lovely plant
The plant arrived without issue on next day delivery, and seems to be really healthy. No damage and new leaf coming through. Although a beautiful plant, I paid a premium for high variegation and I feel it is more medium variegation which is a much lower cost. That's my only disappointment, otherwise can't fault anything with this company. Many thanks
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Meaghan C.
Really healthy plant - new
Really healthy plant - new leaf coming through and a good amount of variegating for the lightly variegated type! (More than suggested on the photo!)
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Razel R.
Its perfect!
Its perfect!
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Nina
Beautiful plant
Arrived in a good condition, great packaging that kept it safe. Absolutely stunning plant with amazing variegation
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Lucifer morningstar (United Kingdom)
12cm (Medium Variegation)
Love this plant, young, strong, and perky. Found a spot for it straight away! Great value. I wait to purchaseagain
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Lynda
Lovely plant, great variegation.
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Rupert S.
Very good all round .
Easy to order, very good communication , plants very well packed and looked after , no damage at all in Transit , the potting media is good and specifically made for different species, each mix is very different and good value. Plant selection is very good, and if you can’t find what you are looking for or it’s showing NA just e mail and ask and you get a reply with updates on availability.
People say plants on line is a bad idea - Grow Tropical 100% proves it works very well , with a much better more interesting selection than you will find in any garden centre
Very good company will continue to use them.
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Joanne
Love this plant x
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Joanne
Love this plant x
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Val P.
Plants
All the plants i have received have been extremely well packaged and have arrived in perfect condition and on time. These guys are always super easy to contact always extremely helpful on hand to give any advice or help needed.
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Michelle R.
An absolute wish list plant
An absolute wish list plant for me. Finally in my hands, the variegation was more than expected. In an excellent, healthy condition. Fab as always Grow Tropicals!
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Katherine D.
Wow doesnt cover it
Big, beautiful and ready to pop out a new leaf. Im a very happy girl.
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Claire
Beautiful plant with lovely variegation. I’d happily but again!
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Claire
Beautiful plant with lovely variegation. I’d happily but again!
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Mark E.
Great plants always healthy when they arrive
A beautiful Monstera
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B.H.
First order from Growtropicals and it certainly won’t be my last.
The customer service, the healthiness of the plants, the price beats most nurseries and shops.
As for the customer service, I was a bit panicked when I didn’t get “protect my order” with my expensive plant, contacted customer service, was paired with “Jess” and they were the kindest, most informative support I’ve ever had.
Helped me out and went above and beyond.
I cannot recommend this store enough, my plants are absolutely amazing.
The packaging was amazing too.
(Copy and pasting reviews, but just know every word is true, the colour of the albo is seriously good)
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First order from Growtropicals and it certainly won’t be my last.
The customer service, the healthiness of the plants, the price beats most nurseries and shops.
As for the customer service, I was a bit panicked when I didn’t get “protect my order” with my expensive plant, contacted customer service, was paired with “Jess” and they were the kindest, most informative support I’ve ever had.
Helped me out and went above and beyond.
I cannot recommend this store enough, my plants are absolutely amazing.
The packaging was amazing too.
(Copy and pasting reviews, but just know every word is true, the colour of the albo is seriously good)
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Andy
First time buyer
First time buy after seeing Claire open her plants on ' the jungle haven ' and so happy I did, my Monstera Albo is fantastic and a lovely addition to my plant family. packaging was first rate and without a doubt was packed by people who care about their customers. the plant itself is healthy and of a good size, Variegation is as expected and some leaves have fenestrations so in short, I am very pleased.
Hello Andy! We are delighted to hear that your Monstera Albo from us is a great addition to your plant family. We look forward to serving you again in the future!
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Christian N.
A lovely and healthy plant,
A lovely and healthy plant, perhaps not as variegated as expected, but solid stem with 4 leaves, fifth leaf about to unfold. Looking forward to seeing it grow.
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Danuta K.
All your flowers is very
All your flowers is very good.Thank you
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Denesia
Nice size and quality. Came packaged nearly, no damages.
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Denesia
Nice size and quality. Came packaged nearly, no damages.
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leah c.
Monstera albo
Great condition as allways wonderfully packaging best iv seen yet from a delivery thanks
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Amanda A.
Plant looks healthy
Plant is okay, I just think I expected better, I waited a week for it being posted, I am not sure if I would buy from this company again! Only if it was very cheap, maybe
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Izabela B.
I was pleasantly surprised by
I was pleasantly surprised by how big the leaves were on this plant, they look more mature than my other monsteras. I built it a nice moss pole and repotted and it's already giving me a new leaf. Love it!
