Leaf Detail Portrait

Monstera deliciosa 'Green on Green'

Green on Green Monstera

Quick Facts

growth HabitClimbing hemiepiphyte on moss pole
mature Size60 - 90 cm leaf length
lightBright to medium indirect light
humidity60 - 80%
temperature18 - 30°C
difficultyIntermediate
growth SpeedModerate
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Part of the Monstera deliciosa familySport Mutation£££ · RareLowCultivated tonal colour-form selection of Monstera deliciosa.

Morphology

leaf ShapeBroadly ovateEgg-shaped leaves, with the wider end near the base., cordateHeart-shaped foliage, featuring a rounded notch (sinus) where the leaf stem attaches. with deep fenestrations
leaf Length60 - 90 cm
leaf Width45 - 75 cm
petiole ColorGreen, strong and thick
venationPinnateVeins or lobes arranged like a feather, branching out symmetrically on both sides of a single main central vein., prominent midrib
textureLeathery, thick and glossy
variegationNo white or yellow pigment loss at all — instead a soft two-tone mottled pattern combining a darker forest green and a lighter olive/jade green across the blade, entirely within the green colour family. Because there is no reduced-chlorophyll sectoring, this form is more forgiving under lower light than the true variegated deliciosa forms.
growth HabitClimbing with thick stems and aerial roots

About

Green on Green is a genuine outlier among named deliciosa colour forms: there is no white or yellow pigment loss at all. Instead, two distinct tones of green — a darker forest green and a lighter olive or jade green — form a soft mottled pattern across the same blade, entirely within the green colour family. Because there is no reduced-chlorophyll sectoring involved, it tends to be considerably more forgiving under lower light than the true variegated deliciosa forms, and grows at a closer-to-normal pace. Documented trade history under this name is limited, so treat rarity and pricing as provisional.

Market Analysis

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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 — 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

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Shared across every form of Monstera deliciosa — see this form's own Morphology for variegation-specific propagation notes.

Difficulty
Easy
Time to Establish

3-6 months

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.

Substrate

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.

Watering

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.

Humidity

50–70% preferred. More tolerant of typical UK indoor humidity than other aroids, though 60%+ encourages larger leaf development.

Fertilising

Balanced fertiliser at half strength every 2 weeks from spring through summer. Monthly in winter or none at all.

Repotting

Every 12–18 months when roots emerge from drainage holes. Provide a moss pole or support — climbing encourages larger leaf production.

Common Problems

Problem

No fenestrations (splits/holes)

Cause

Plant is juvenile, or insufficient light

Fix

Ensure bright indirect light and allow the plant to mature — fenestrations develop with age and better conditions

Problem

Yellow leaves

Cause

Overwatering or nutrient deficiency

Fix

Check soil moisture before watering; begin a regular fertilising routine in growing season

Problem

Brown patches on leaves

Cause

Sunburn or cold water on leaves

Fix

Avoid direct sun; water at the base and ensure water is room temperature

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