Monstera deliciosa 'Bulbasaur'

Owned by David Fefferman (@David).

Notes

The plant in the hand is a variegated Monstera deliciosa cutting, often referred to as 'Albo'. The background plants are Nepenthes (pitcher plants).

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Swiss cheese plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Houseplant
Growing Medium
sphagnum moss
Growth Habit
Climber

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Tissue Culture

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Acquisition Source
The Basement
Date Acquired
Apr 26, 2026
Acquisition Price
$35
Natural Habitat Location
Tropical rainforests

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
The plant in the hand is a variegated Monstera deliciosa cutting, often referred to as 'Albo'. The background plants are Nepenthes (pitcher plants).
Swiss cheese plant
Monstera deliciosa 'Bulbasaur' by David

Monstera

deliciosa 'Bulbasaur'

Common NameSwiss cheese plant

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Houseplant
Growth Habit
Climber
Growing Mediumsphagnum moss

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Tissue Culture

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
Apr 26, 2026
Acquisition Price
$35
Acquisition SourceThe Basement
Natural Habitat LocationTropical rainforests

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

The plant in the hand is a variegated Monstera deliciosa cutting, often referred to as 'Albo'. The background plants are Nepenthes (pitcher plants).

Item Lore

The *Monstera deliciosa* 'Bulbasaur' is a unique cultivar recognized for its distinctive, deeply fenestrated leaves that evoke the aesthetic of its namesake from popular culture. Collectors prize this plant for the way its natural, structural leaf patterns mimic the organic, bulbous growth seen in fantasy character designs, making it a favorite for both botanical enthusiasts and pop-culture hobbyists.

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