Philodendron 'Painted Lady'
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- Position: bright filtered or indirect light
- Soil: good potting compost
- Rate of growth: fast
- Hardiness: tender (indoors only)
- Current height: approximately 30cm (+ or - 10% including the pot)
- Pot cover: choose a 13cm pot cover to give a good fit over the pot
This semi-climbing Philodendron, with heart-shaped, glossy green foliage, is a fantastic species native to tropical rain forests in South America - and now equally at home as a lush, foliage houseplant. The large, bright yellow leaves are speckled with tones of green, and the stalks are a bright pink, making this a striking indoor plant for a warm, indirectly lit or shady room. ‘Painted Lady’ is an easy to grow, low maintenance choice for anyone new to growing houseplants, but looking for a touch of the rainforest with a twist.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from. - Home care: Water freely when in growth, but keep drier in winter. Mist the leaves regularly with water to increase humidity and every so often put it under a cold shower to wash off the leaves. Make sure the winter temperatures stay above 10°C, and repot every couple of years.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin/eye irritant/allergen