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white princess philodendron for sale Philodendron 'White Princess' – Foliage FactoryPhilodendron 'White Princess' Philodendron 'White Princess' is a variegated Philodendron with green leaves, clean white markings and pink to reddish colouring on the petioles, cataphylls or occasional leaf tissue. These pink accents add warm colour to the green and white variegation, especially around new growth. The plant grows from a climbing stem with relatively close leaf spacing while young. As it matures, the stem becomes more visible and can be

Philodendron 'White Princess'

Philodendron 'White Princess' is a variegated Philodendron with green leaves, clean white markings and pink to reddish colouring on the petioles, cataphylls or occasional leaf tissue. These pink accents add warm colour to the green-and-white variegation, especially around new growth.

The plant grows from a climbing stem with relatively close leaf spacing while young. As it matures, the stem becomes more visible and can be guided upward with a small pole or support.

• Colour detail: Green and white leaves with pink or reddish accents on stems, petioles, cataphylls or occasional leaf areas.
• Leaf form: Narrow to oval blades on a stem that stays closely spaced while young.
• Growth habit: Climbing Philodendron with a visible stem as it gains size.
• Pot size: Best in a modestly sized pot with drainage and a breathable aroid mix.

Pink accents and white variegation

Philodendron 'White Princess' is part of the white-variegated climbing Philodendron group in cultivation. Indoor care should focus on warmth, filtered light, airflow and an open root zone.

Pink colour on Philodendron 'White Princess' can appear on petioles, cataphylls and occasional leaf areas. Some leaves may stay mostly green and white, while the pink to reddish stem details remain visible around the newer growth points.

Care for pink-accented White Princess growth

• Light: Give bright filtered light. Harsh direct sun can brown the white sections.
• Potting: Use a pot that fits the root system closely, with drainage holes and no excess wet mix around the roots.
• Watering: Let the upper layer of substrate dry before watering again. Constant dampness can weaken the roots.
• Substrate: Choose a free-draining aroid mix with bark, perlite or pumice, plus some moisture-retentive organic matter.
• Humidity: Moderate to higher humidity helps new leaves release from the cataphylls with fewer tears.
• Temperature: Keep warm, ideally 18–28 °C, with protection from cold draughts and chilled wet substrate.
• Pruning: Cut back weak, nearly all-white growth to a healthier node if the plant keeps producing very pale leaves.

Leaf symptoms and likely causes

• Brown marks on white tissue: Check for direct sun, inconsistent watering or dry air around unfurling leaves.
• Fading pink on older sheaths: Colour can soften as tissue matures; check overall growth, firm stems and healthy roots instead.
• Yellowing with soft stems: Inspect the root ball and lower stem for excess moisture. Improve drainage and reduce watering frequency.
• Torn new leaves: Check humidity stability and let new growth release naturally from the cataphyll.
• Fine pale speckling: Inspect for mites or thrips, especially around new leaves and petiole bases.

One low-variegation leaf is not a problem, but a long run of weak, nearly colourless leaves should be cut back to stronger growth.

Safety

Philodendron 'White Princess' is not pet-safe. If eaten, its calcium oxalate crystals can irritate the mouth, tongue and throat and may cause drooling or discomfort. Keep the plant, pruned leaves and fresh cuttings out of reach of pets and children.

Philodendron name and pink-accented growth

Philodendron belongs to Araceae. The genus name comes from Greek words meaning “loving” and “tree”, matching the climbing habit of many species. Philodendron 'White Princess' has green-and-white variegated leaves with pink to reddish accents on petioles, cataphylls and occasional leaf areas.

Philodendron 'White Princess' has pink stem accents, narrower leaves and clean green-and-white variegation.