Philodendron 'Pink Princess', the philodendron with green and pink leaves
Philodendron erubescens 'Pink Princess'
- Exposure
- Half-shade
- Hardiness (USDA)
- 11b (7.2°C ≤ T° < 10°C)
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Family
- Araceae
- Genus
- Philodendron
- Species
- Philodendron erubescens
Philodendron 'Pink Princess' is said to have been created in the 70s by Bob Mc Colley, a botanist with a passion for Araceae, who is also responsible for philodendron 'Florida Ghost' He obtained this variety with its pink and green foliage by crossing a Philodendron erubescens and a Philodendron hastatum.
How to recognize Philodendron 'Pink Princess'?
Philodendron 'Pink Princess' is a climbing perennial. It grows to a height of 1.5 meters and spreads over more than a meter.
The red stems have brown aerial roots. They support dark-green petioles.
These are crowned with fleshy, cordate leaves. Mature leaf blades are 20 cm long and 12 cm wide. The dark green, almost black leaves are variegated with pink. Each leaf blade has unique patterns and shades. Most are green with irregular mottling ranging from candy pink to pastel pink. But some are almost entirely green, while others are totally pink!
Philodendron 'Pink Princess' is poisonous. The entire plant contains calcium oxalate crystals, a substance that is harmful if swallowed and irritating if it comes into contact with the skin. Wear gloves when pruning and keep out of reach of small children and pets.
Our care tips
'Pink Princess' Philodendrons enjoy part shade, regular watering and high humidity. If you have several, group them together to improve humidity!
Watering
'Pink Princess' Philodendrons appreciate moderate, regular watering. Between two applications of water, leave the potting soil to dry out by two or three centimetres. Check this simply by touching the soil.
Always use water at room temperature to avoid thermal shock, which can damage the roots.
Be sure to remove any standing water in the saucer or planter.
Misting
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Repotting
Every year in the spring, repot your Philodendron erubescens 'Pink Princess' to give it more space.
Get a pot with drainage holes that's larger than the previous one. Line the bottom with clay pellets or small stones to improve drainage.
Add a layer of potting soil for houseplants. Do you want to grow your Philodendron 'Pink Princess' as a climbing plant? Set up your support stake. For example, you can choose a model covered with sphagnum moss or coconut fiber.
Plant your Philodendron 'Pink Princess' and add more substrates. You can encourage your plant to cling to the stake by very gently tying its stems to the stake with string. Water generously to help it take root.
If the air in your home is dry, place the pot on a saucer filled with moist clay pellets. This helps maintain humidity.
Fertilization
To promote the growth of your Philodendron erubescens 'Pink Princess', apply fertilizer in spring and summer.
To stimulate the growth of your Philodendron erubescens 'Pink Princess', use a liquid fertilizer for green plants.
Cleaning
The pages may collect dust. If you choose to clean them, gently dust them with a clean, damp cloth.
Prune
You don't have to prune your Philodendron 'Pink Princess'. However, if the plant becomes too imposing, you can shorten the vines to control its dimensions.
Cut just above a node to encourage branching. Use a clean, sharp tool, such as scissors or pruning shears.
The plant is toxic. Wear gloves to protect yourself from its sap and avoid skin irritation.
The plant is toxic. Wear gloves to protect yourself from its sap and avoid skin irritation.
Pinch
Pinch your Philodendron erubescens 'Pink Princess' during its growing season.
'Pink Princess' Philodendrons These are not plants that are pruned. If your plant grows larger than your living room, you can pinch off the tip of the stem. The plant will stop growing upward and produce new leaves at its base.
Remember that the sap and leaves can cause irritation! Be sure to wear gloves when handling your plant.
Remember that the sap and leaves can cause irritation! Be sure to wear gloves when handling your plant.
Taking cuttings
Propagation by cuttings is carried out during the strong growth phase, generally in spring and early summer.
Locate a stem with leaves and aerial roots. Using clean pruning shears, cut a section about fifteen centimetres long. Cut two centimetres below a node.
Remove the limbs at the base of the stem. Keep only the two terminal leaves.
In a pot with drainage holes, pour in potting soil for houseplants. Make a small hole using a pen or a stick. Plant your cutting in the center
Gently firm the soil to remove air pockets and water with room-temperature water to encourage rooting.
Place your cutting in a bright spot, but out of direct sunlight.
Diseases / Threats
Information
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Exposure
- Half-shade
- Substrate
- Humus soil
- Planting methods
- In potsIn tubs
- Categories
- ClimberIndoorHerbaceous
- Tags
- BeginnerCold-sensitiveToxic
- Origin
- South America
- Hardiness (USDA)
- 11b (7.2°C ≤ T° < 10°C)
- Leaf colors
- Dark greenLight greenRose
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