Origin and Natural Habitat
Philodendron as a genus is indigenous to Central America, but this is a horticultural creation.
Plant Characteristics
This special Philodendron cultivar has splashes of bright pink variegation in a variety of shades. It has large, glossy leaves that are dark green under the variegation. The stems are purple and may have some lines of variegation as well.
Care Guide
Light
This species prefers bright, direct light if kept indoors. It will also grow well under 60% shade cloth if grown in an outdoor greenhouse.
Soil
Philodendron need a gritty and well draining but organic soil medium. Use coco peat as a base medium, and add plenty of milled bark, perlite, or pumice to assist drainage.
Water
Soak the soil of your Philodendron ‘Pink Princess’ completely until water drains from the bottom of the pot. Let the top layer of soil dry somewhat before watering again. Usually once or twice per week is sufficient. Reduce watering in winter.
Pot size
This variety can grow up to 90-100cm tall, so a large pot is preferred to accommodate new growth.
Temperature
This cultivars’ ideal temperature ranges between 20 – 29°C. It is completely intolerant to frost.
Humidity
Philodendron prefer medium levels of humidity, preferably between 60-80%. Make sure that your growing space has plenty of airflow.
Fertilizing
Use a diluted general liquid fertilizer only during the growing season.
Growing Season
Philodendrons grow actively in spring and summer, but their growth slows down in autumn and winter. These plants are fully dormant in winter.
Propagation
Philodendron are best propagated from stem cuttings.
Stem propagation: Using a sharp, sterile knife, cut one of the stems of the Philodendron from the main stem. Place directly into clean water and keep in indirect light. The cut part of the stem must be submerged under the water. Change the water every 3 days. Once roots start to form, transfer the cutting into fresh, moist soil medium. Keep moist until roots have fully formed.