Pink Princess Philodendron- Philodendron erubescens
As part of the Araceae family, the tropical Philodendron Pink Princess boasts splendid large waxy pink and dark green foliage. Dont let the high price tag fool you but these colourful plants are actually easy to care for as an indoor plant. While the pink princess produces flowers, the spathes are insignificant compared to the foliage of the plant.
General Care
Sunlight
Thrives Bright, indirect light.
Water
Allow the top half of the soil to dry out between waterings and then water well.
Humidity
Best in warm, humid conditions - although typical household temperature and humidity levels are fine for these hardy plants.
Soil
Use good quality airy soil that is high in organic matter.
Common Problems
The pink princess philodendron is susceptible to a number of common houseplant pests and diseases such as mealybugs, scale and fungus gnats as well as root rot from overwatering.
Symptom
Brown Spots
Cause
Over-exposed harsh, direct light
Symptom
Yellow/Brown edges
Cause
Lack of humidity
Precautions
Leaves can cause a toxic reaction if ingested. It's non-toxic to humans but can be harmful to pets.
FUN FACT: The pinkness is due to a lack of chlorophyll—the chemical that makes plants’ leaves green. However, some greenness on the leaves is also necessary so that the plants can photosynthesise whereas, chlorophyll helps to create oxygen and glucose for healthy growth. Ideally, you need a combination of green and pink colours for this Philodendron to thrive.