{"product_id":"monstera-standleyana-aurea-variegated","title":"Monstera Standleyana Aurea Variegated","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome plants you wait years to find. Variegated Monstera standleyana aurea is one of them — a rare, collector-grade form of \u003cem\u003eMonstera standleyana\u003c\/em\u003e whose long, glossy leaves come brushed and splashed in buttery gold and cream. No two leaves repeat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the rainforests of Central America, standleyana is a climber by nature, sending out slim, elegant leaves along a vining stem — often sold under the nickname \"Philodendron Cobra,\" though it's a true Monstera. The aurea variegation is sectoral, meaning it appears in irregular streaks and half-moons rather than even speckling, so every new leaf is a small reveal. Give it something to climb and the leaves grow longer and broader over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare snapshot\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light. The variegated sections carry no chlorophyll, so good light keeps the green portions working hard enough for the whole plant — but skip harsh direct sun, which scorches the pale tissue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e When the top inch or two of soil dries out. A chunky, well-draining aroid mix keeps the roots happy between drinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate — standleyana itself is forgiving, but variegated plants grow slower and want steadier light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic to cats and dogs if chewed — like other aroids, it contains calcium oxalate crystals. Best kept out of reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat you'll receive\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are living things, and variegation is unique to every specimen — the plant you receive will have its own pattern and may vary from the photo. That's the whole appeal of a variegated plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare, patient, and genuinely striking — this is a shelf centrepiece and a collection milestone in one. We grow ours with care in Edmonton and only list plants we'd happily keep. Give one a home and watch it thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"upwegrow","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":48201774923927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/9654\/3127\/files\/Monstera_Standleyana_Aurea_Variegata.png?v=1788489733","url":"https:\/\/upwegrowtropicals.com\/products\/monstera-standleyana-aurea-variegated","provider":"upwegrow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}