Monstera deliciosa 'Cathay Mint'
Owned by David Fefferman (@David).
Notes
The plant tag explicitly identifies this as 'M. Cathay Mint', a variegated cultivar of Monstera deliciosa.
Details
Identity & Classification
- Common Name
- Swiss cheese plant
Growth & Physical Traits
- Plant Type
- Houseplant
- Growing Medium
- sphagnum moss, perlite
- Growth Habit
- Climber
Lifecycle & Reproduction
- Health Status
- Healthy / Stable ✅
- 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 Basements
- Date Acquired
- Apr 26, 2026
- Acquisition Price
- $35
- Natural Habitat Location
- Tropical rainforests
Collection Context
- Quantity
- 1
- Added Details
- The plant tag explicitly identifies this as 'M. Cathay Mint', a variegated cultivar of Monstera deliciosa.
Monstera
deliciosa 'Cathay Mint'
Growth & Physical Traits
Lifecycle & Reproduction
Care & Requirements
Origin & Source
Collection Context
Added Details
The plant tag explicitly identifies this as 'M. Cathay Mint', a variegated cultivar of Monstera deliciosa.
Item Lore
The *Monstera deliciosa* 'Cathay Mint' is a sought-after cultivar characterized by its unique, light-green sectoral variegation that distinguishes it from the more common cream-colored varieties. Collectors prize this plant for the subtle, minty appearance of its foliage, which requires careful light management to maintain its distinct color pattern.
Monstera
deliciosa 'Cathay Mint'
Added Details
The plant tag explicitly identifies this as 'M. Cathay Mint', a variegated cultivar of Monstera deliciosa.
Growth & Physical Traits
Lifecycle & Reproduction
Care & Requirements
Origin & Source
Collection Context
Item Lore
The *Monstera deliciosa* 'Cathay Mint' is a sought-after cultivar characterized by its unique, light-green sectoral variegation that distinguishes it from the more common cream-colored varieties. Collectors prize this plant for the subtle, minty appearance of its foliage, which requires careful light management to maintain its distinct color pattern.