Monstera Thai Constellation - XS
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Size: 15-20cm
🌿 Light
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Give your plant bright, indirect light — plenty of light helps maintain the variegation and strong growth.
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Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the creamy parts of the leaves.
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Too little light can cause new leaves to lose their variegation or appear mostly green.
💧 Watering & Soil
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Water when the top 2–3 inches (or about ¾ of the soil) feels dry.
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Always allow excess water to drain out — never let the plant sit in water.
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Use a well-draining mix such as potting soil combined with orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir.
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Avoid oversized pots; too much soil can hold excess moisture and cause root rot.
🌡 Temperature & Humidity
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Keep it warm — ideally between 20–30 °C (68–86 °F).
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Avoid cold drafts or sudden temperature changes.
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This plant loves high humidity (around 60% or more). Use a humidifier or group plants together if your air is dry.
🧪 Fertilizer
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Feed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength.
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Stop or reduce feeding during fall and winter when growth naturally slows down.
🪴 Support & Growth
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Provide a moss pole or trellis to support its climbing habit.
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Tie stems gently as they grow upward — this encourages larger, more fenestrated (split) leaves.
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Growth is slower than non-variegated Monsteras, so patience is key.
🐛 Pests & Problems
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Root rot is the biggest risk — avoid overwatering.
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Brown edges usually mean low humidity, light burn, or inconsistent watering.
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Reverted leaves (green instead of variegated) indicate low light.
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Keep an eye out for spider mites, thrips, or scale and clean the leaves regularly.