Philodendron 'White Princess'

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Description

Philodendron White Princess is a tropical houseplant known for its stunning variegated leaves. It is a cultivar of the Philodendron erubescens species and belongs to the Araceae family, which includes other popular houseplants such as pothos and peace lilies.

The leaves of the White Princess are heart-shaped and have a dark green base color with prominent white variegation that often takes on a creamy, almost silvery hue. The variegation can be in the form of stripes, splashes, or patches and varies from plant to plant. The Philodendron White Princess can grow up to 2 feet tall and wide, but it can be pruned to maintain a smaller size.

Philodendron White Princess is a low-maintenance plant that can thrive in a range of lighting conditions from bright indirect light to medium shade. It prefers well-draining soil and should be watered moderately, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. The plant can also benefit from occasional misting or wiping of the leaves to keep them clean and dust-free.

Philodendron White Princess is a popular houseplant due to its striking appearance and ease of care. It can be grown as a trailing or climbing plant and is often used in hanging baskets or on trellises. It is also a popular choice for terrariums and indoor gardens.

Ed's Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Philodendron 'White Princess'
  • Common Name: White Princess
  • Family: Aroid 
  • Native Range: Tropical America’s, hybrid 

Ed's Care Guide

  • Care Level: Advanced
  • Light: Requites bright indirect light to maintain variegation, do not expose to direct light as this will burn the white parts of the leaves 
  • Water: Use a well draining soil mix and keep moist during summer. Allow to dry out completely between waterings during winter.
  • Humidity: Average
  • Temperature: 65-75F
  • Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
  • Feeding: Fertilize with an all-purpose liquid plant food during spring and summer once a month
  • Propagation: Stem cuttings in water 
  • Growth: Upright, bushy, can grow to about 2 feet in diameter 
  • Pests: Generally not subject to pests with regular maintenance 
  • Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets

 

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