Okay, here is my sharing about “Thai Constellation vs Albo”:
So I’ve been messing around with these two plants, the Monstera Thai Constellation and the Monstera Albo, trying to figure out what the deal is with them. I mean, they both got those cool white and green leaves, and you see them all over Instagram, right? But I wanted to know, like, what’s the real difference, and why is one so darn expensive?
First off, I got my hands on both of them. I mean, it is my job! It was not easy, let me tell you. The Albo, also called Monstera Borsigiana Albo, was way harder to find, and my wallet definitely felt it. But I managed to snag one, and I also picked up a Thai Constellation to compare.
When I got them side by side, I started noticing some things. The Albo, it’s got these big patches of white, like someone took a paintbrush to it. It’s really striking, but it also made me a little nervous. I mean, more white means less green, right? And the green is what a plant needs to, you know, live.
- I started researching a bit, and I found out that the Albo is so pricey because it’s super rare. And getting more of them is tricky because you can’t just grow them from seeds.
- Then there’s the Thai Constellation. This one’s got more of a speckled look, like the night sky. It’s still got plenty of white, but it’s mixed in with the green in a more spread-out way.
I decided to keep a close eye on them, see how they grew. The Albo, it was kind of a drama queen. I had to pay attention to the light, make sure it wasn’t getting too much or too little. And the watering, oh boy. Too much, and it gets mad. Too little, and it throws a fit. The Thai Constellation, on the other hand, was way more chill. It was growing steadily, not giving me any gray hairs.
I even tried to propagate them, you know, make more plants from cuttings. And that’s when I really saw a difference. With the Albo it is a total gamble if I can get a good cutting with enough white. The Thai Constellation is an easier process and I got many new plants from the mother plant. Also, I found out that someone even uses the full name of Thai Constellation as Monstera Borsigiana Thai Constellation. I was wondering if it has any difference with Albo — it turns out that it is a bit contentious.
Here’s the bottom line:
- The Albo is like that high-maintenance friend we all have. It’s gorgeous, but it needs a lot of attention and care, and even then, it might not give you what you want.
- The Thai Constellation is more like your reliable buddy. It’s still beautiful, but it’s way easier to get along with.
Honestly, I like having both of them around. They each have their own personality, and they’ve both taught me a bunch about plants. It is true that both have made me a better plant mom! But if you’re just starting out, or if you don’t want to deal with a fussy plant, I’d say go for the Thai Constellation. If your heart is set on an Albo and you prefer that variegation and don’t want to mess with a finicky plant, go Albo! But if you’ve got the time, the patience, and a bit of a green thumb, the Albo can be a real showstopper.
In the end, it all comes down to what you’re looking for in a plant. Just remember, plants are living things, and they need our care and respect. So whatever you choose, make sure you’re ready to give it the love it deserves!
