Philodendron 'Pink Princess' babyplant

Philodendron 'Pink Princess' is one of the best-known and most popular variegated Philodendron varieties, noted for its spectacular combination of very dark green, burgundy, and bright pink. Each leaf has a unique pattern, and variegation may appear as spots, splashes, sections, or larger areas of pink.

The stems and petioles may have reddish-burgundy hues, enhancing the plant's elegant appearance. As it matures and is grown on a support, it may develop larger leaves and a very decorative upright habit.

🌿 Botanical characteristics

• Trade name: Philodendron 'Pink Princess'
• Family: Araceae
• Plant type: tropical perennial grown for its foliage
• Growth habit: climbing, upright when supported
• Leaves: elongated to heart-shaped, glossy, dark green to burgundy
• Variegation: light pink, bright pink, sometimes pinkish white or pinkish cream
• Stems and petioles: burgundy to dark red
• Growth rate: moderate
• Growth: leaves may grow larger when the plant is grown on a support or moss pole
• Use: houseplant, Araceae collections, modern decor

☀️ Growing conditions and care

• Light: prefers bright, indirect light; sufficient light supports compact growth and enhances variegation
• Watering: moderate; allow the top layer of the substrate to dry slightly between waterings
• Substrate: very airy and well-draining
• Humidity: appreciates moderate to high humidity
• Temperature: prefers approximately 18-28°C
• Winter: reduce watering as growth slows
• Fertilizing: moderate, during the active growing period
• Support: recommended for developing an upright form and larger leaves

🌱 Secret Garden substrate recommendation

👉 For optimal growth, we recommend Secret Garden Professional Substrate for Monstera & Araceae – SG PREMIUM MIX, specially formulated for plants in the Araceae family. Its structure ensures excellent drainage, aeration, and optimal moisture retention.

➡️ View product: https://secretgarden.ro/products/substrat-monstera

✨ What makes it special

• spectacular pink variegation
• each leaf has a unique pattern
• strong contrast between pink, dark green, and burgundy
• decorative stems in reddish shades
• exotic, premium appearance
• may develop larger leaves when grown on a support
• one of the most appreciated Philodendron varieties for collections

📌 Note

Variegation is naturally variable and cannot be identical on all leaves or plants. The plant may produce leaves with different proportions of green, burgundy, and pink, including leaves with very little variegation or, occasionally, leaves with very extensive pink areas.

Areas of intense pink contain less chlorophyll and may develop dry edges or spots over time, especially in low humidity, with irregular watering, or in very bright light. This phenomenon can occur naturally on highly variegated leaves. Leaves may have small spots, scratches, creases, or other cosmetic imperfections resulting from growth, handling, or transport, which normally do not affect the plant's viability.

Height including pot: approx. 10 cm

The ceramic pot is not included in the price.