Monstera lechieriana var.Variegated Monstera lechleriana is a gorgeous hard to find species that has long, narrow leaves streaked and splotched with white and cream. As is the case with many Monstera varieties, the leaves will get larger as the plant matures and develop large round fenestrations (windows) toward the center of the leaf. Monstera lechleriana thrives in bright, indirect light and requires well draining, chunky soil (coco coir, perlite, bark) to prevent root rot.