White Monster vs. Bulbasaur vs. Devil Monster: A Monstera Buying Guide

Young Monstera Bulbasaur with mint, cream and green mottled leaves in a nursery pot

A variegated Monstera is a plant you will spend time growing, so it helps to choose a leaf pattern you enjoy and a size you can accommodate. If you are comparing White Monster, Bulbasaur and Devil Monster, start with the photos and purchase details for each plant.

At Rare Roots Plant Co., our listings describe White Monster with white-and-green marbling, Bulbasaur with mint, cream and green mottling, and Devil Monster with cream-white speckling and marbling. This guide compares those listed plants so you can decide which to explore more closely.

Compare the three Monsteras at a glance

Foliage and purchase details from Rare Roots listings
Plant Look described in our listing Size information Listed price (USD) A reason to consider it
Monstera White Monster White-and-green marbling Contact us for current size details $45 You enjoy white-and-green patterned foliage
Monstera Bulbasaur Mint, cream and green mottling 4-inch nursery pot $69 You want a young plant with a mottled color mix
Monstera Devil Monster Cream-white speckling and marbling on green foliage 4-inch nursery pot $299 You are drawn to fine speckling and varied leaf patterns

Prices above were checked on October 2, 2026, and can change. Follow the product links for current prices and availability. Compare the full listing before ordering, including whether the photos show an individual plant or an example from a batch.

Choose by the foliage you actually want to grow

White Monster: white-and-green marbling

Start with White Monster if its marbled green-and-white look is what caught your eye. View the available photos together: an attractive close-up can tell you about one leaf, while a whole-plant photo helps you judge the overall shape. If plant height or pot diameter matters for your shelf, ask us for those measurements before ordering.

Bulbasaur: mint, cream and green mottling

Our Bulbasaur listing features young plants in 4-inch pots. The photographed foliage has a mix of mint, cream and green markings, making it a useful option to compare if you prefer a layered, mottled pattern. The listing is for one plant; leaf count and the balance of colors vary between plants.

Devil Monster: speckling and marbling

Our Devil Monster listing describes a 4-inch plant with variable cream-white markings. Look across all the photographed leaves to understand the range of patterns in the example plant. If you want to choose a particular plant from the batch, ask for current photos before placing the order.

If budget is your first filter, the listed White Monster and Bulbasaur prices give you two options to compare below $100 at publication. If Devil Monster is the pattern you want, compare its current photos and size details carefully against your budget before ordering.

Five details to check before buying a variegated Monstera

  1. What is included? Confirm whether the purchase is a potted plant, a cutting or another form of propagation. Our Bulbasaur and Devil Monster listings are for live plants in nursery pots.
  2. What do the photos represent? Read the description carefully. A representative batch photo helps show the general appearance, while your plant can have different leaves.
  3. How large is it today? Pot diameter and plant height answer different questions. A 4-inch pot does not mean a plant is 4 inches tall.
  4. Can you see the whole plant? Look for the stem, growing point and several leaves. Ask for an additional angle if a detail you need is hidden.
  5. Does the total fit your budget? Check the current product price, checkout costs and any support or growing supplies you will need.

Plan for a climbing plant

Monstera deliciosa grows as a climbing plant, and mature leaves can develop splits and holes called fenestrations. Whole, unfenestrated leaves on a young plant are a normal growth stage. Leave room for future growth and consider a sturdy support as the plant develops.

For general care, provide bright indirect light, a well-draining mix and a warm location. Water thoroughly and allow the upper portion of the mix to dry before watering again. NC State Extension's Monstera deliciosa profile gives background on light, watering and mature growth.

Questions shoppers often ask

Will the next leaf look like the photo?

The amount and pattern of variegation can differ between leaves and plants. Choose a plant whose current appearance you enjoy, with room in your expectations for natural variation.

Which of these Monsteras is best for my collection?

Match the photographed pattern to your preference, confirm the size and check the current price. White Monster is worth exploring for white-and-green marbling, Bulbasaur for mint and cream mottling, and Devil Monster for its speckled appearance.

Can I collect my order locally?

Pickup is available in Black Diamond, Washington, for eligible orders. Our local plant pickup guide explains how to choose it at checkout.

Find your next Monstera

Shop the Monstera collection to compare current photos, prices and availability. If a size or selection detail will decide your purchase, contact Rare Roots before ordering.