The philodendron is photographed in the Eno pot. The package contains a plant in a plastic pot.
About the plant:
Philodendrons come from the rainforests of Central and South America. Their name is derived from the Greek word phileo = to love a dendron = tree, because many varieties are climbing and can cling to trees with their aerial roots. We can ensure a similar life for them in domestic conditions as well, if we give them some support in the flowerpot, which they could also climb on, e.g. a coconut stick.
Philodendron White Princess has dark green oblong leaves with white spots or annealing. The white variegation is different every time, which is why each piece is unique! This cultivar has slightly lighter leaves than Philodendron White Knight.
It belongs to the Araceae family - so beware, it is poisonous! These plants contain calcium oxalate crystals in their tissues, which after ingestion will cause irritation of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and digestive tract. But if we place it in a safe place where children and pets can't reach it, its amazing color will surely catch everyone's eye.
Difficulty: For beginners
Cleans the air: Yes
Pet Friendly: No
Suitable for hydroponics: Yes
Suitable for Kokedama: No
Approximate height of plant with pot : 30 cm
Diameter of the flower pot : 12 cm
Every plant is different, just like us humans. Please allow for a possible deviation in appearance compared to the product photo.
We wrote more about philodendrons in our article .
Because even in its country of origin it lives attached to trees in the forest, it does not need too much light even at home. Brighter diffused light will do, but certainly not direct sunlight, as it could burn the leaves.
It is advisable that the substrate is still slightly moist, but it must not stand in water for a long time, as the roots could rot. We can fertilize once in a while.
It prefers higher air humidity, it will do well near an air humidifier, we can also mist it. Or place it on a saucer with pebbles, which you fill with water - but be careful that the water does not touch its roots.
It is propagated by top or stem cuttings, which are best cut in spring. If the plant is mature enough, even a cut will benefit it and make it thicker. Let the cuttings root in water or in a mixture of peat and sand at approx. 25 °C.
- The tips of the leaves may dry out due to insufficient air humidity.
- Too much water can cause root rot, yellowing and leaf drop.
- Direct light can burn the leaves of the plant.