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BaseMonstera deliciosa
Base
Burle Marx Flame
Base
Albo Variegated
Albo
Aurea Variegated
Aurea
Mint
Mint
Devil Monster
Albo
Thai Constellation
Aurea
CurrentBulbasaur
Mint
Legacy
Aurea
Green Snow
Mint
Yellow Star
Aurea
Yellow Marilyn
Aurea
Electro Light
Aurea
Creme Brulee
Albo
Platinum
Albo
Tricolor Miracle
Tricolour
Green on Green
Mint
White Lava
AlboLeaf Detail Portrait
Monstera deliciosa 'Bulbasaur'
Bulbasaur Monstera
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Monstera deliciosa 'Bulbasaur' Morphology
About Monstera deliciosa 'Bulbasaur'
Bulbasaur is one of the more unusual Monstera deliciosa mutations in circulation (a pixelated, almost mosaic-like camouflage pattern of dark green, mint, and cream across compact, distinctly rounded leaf lobes, named for its resemblance to the blotchy Pokémon it's nicknamed after). Unlike the marbled or splashed variegation seen on Albo or Thai Constellation, Bulbasaur's patterning reads as blocky and irregular rather than smooth-edged. Origin traces to a single seed-grown sport out of China, and supply remains extremely limited. Most plants in circulation are recent tissue-culture or cutting-propagated lines still working through nurseries.
Origin
A spontaneous mutation of M. deliciosa, first circulated in the trade from China.
China
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Before You Buy
Shared checklist for Monstera deliciosa and its cultivated forms
- Ensure there is at least one healthy node present. A leaf without a node cannot produce new growth
- For variegated forms, verify variegation is present on the newest leaf and is not reverting to green
- Check for scale insects on petioles and undersides of leaves, as monsteras are susceptible
- Confirm the cutting or plant has been rooted before purchasing, unless you are buying intentionally unrooted (unrooted cuttings require a propagation setup to succeed)
Propagation Guide
How to Propagate Monstera deliciosa 'Bulbasaur'
Shared across every form of Monstera deliciosa — see this form's own Morphology for variegation-specific propagation notes.
Care Guide
Monstera deliciosa 'Bulbasaur' Care Guide & Growing Conditions
General care shared across all forms of Monstera deliciosa — cultivated forms may need brighter light or higher humidity than the plain species; check this form's Quick Facts above.
Chunky, well-draining mix: 40% potting compost, 30% perlite, 20% orchid bark, 10% worm castings. Monsteras are more tolerant of moisture than most aroids but still need drainage.
Water when the top 3–5 cm is dry. These are forgiving plants but still susceptible to root rot if kept too wet. Water less in winter.
50–70% preferred. More tolerant of typical UK indoor humidity than other aroids, though 60%+ encourages larger leaf development.
Balanced fertiliser at half strength every 2 weeks from spring through summer. Monthly in winter or none at all.
Every 12–18 months when roots emerge from drainage holes. Provide a moss pole or support, which encourages larger leaf production.
Common Problems
No fenestrations (splits/holes)
Plant is juvenile, or insufficient light
Ensure bright indirect light and allow the plant to mature; fenestrations develop with age and better conditions
Yellow leaves
Overwatering or nutrient deficiency
Check soil moisture before watering; begin a regular fertilising routine in growing season
Brown patches on leaves
Sunburn or cold water on leaves
Avoid direct sun; water at the base and ensure water is room temperature
