Monstera deliciosa ‘Yellow Marilyn’ Variegated Plant

Monstera deliciosa ‘Yellow Marilyn’ can unfurl a leaf with a broad golden splash, followed by lime-green marbling. In both cases, the patterns stand out against the glossy, deep green foliage. Its botanical name is Monstera deliciosa ‘Yellow Marilyn’. However, the yellow-to-green balance can vary from leaf to leaf.

How Monstera deliciosa ‘Yellow Marilyn’ changes as it climbs

Young plants usually carry solid, heart-shaped leaves. As the plant matures, larger leaves can develop deep splits along the edges and oval openings closer to the midrib. Together, these openings, called fenestrations, give mature foliage its familiar Swiss cheese look.

To support this climbing growth, tie the main stem to a sturdy moss pole or rough timber plank. As the plant climbs, aerial roots can grip the support. At the same time, leave space on either side of the pole so the leaves can spread as they get larger.

Where to grow Monstera deliciosa ‘Yellow Marilyn’

Choose a warm spot with bright, indirect light. For example, a sheer curtain can soften strong afternoon sun near a bright window. In addition, keep the plant away from cold draughts and give it room for air to move around the leaves.

Use a pot with drainage holes and a chunky aroid mix that lets air reach the roots. Then, water thoroughly when the top few centimetres of mix feel dry. Afterwards, let the pot drain fully before returning it to its decorative cover pot. Before watering again, check the mix, especially during cooler months when it takes longer to dry.

Pair it with ‘Thai Constellation’

Grow it alongside our Monstera deliciosa ‘Thai Constellation’ to see two distinct variegation patterns side by side. While ‘Thai Constellation’ scatters fine cream flecks across its leaves, ‘Yellow Marilyn’ can carry larger pools of gold. As the plants climb, watch each new leaf open to see how their patterns change.