Philodendron erubescens 'White Princess'

White Princess Philodendron

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£8

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Sold, 90 days: 18
Middle half: £6 to £13
Last sold: 29 Oct 2026
On record: 26

Cutting/corm7 sold

7cm18 sold

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About Philodendron erubescens 'White Princess'

Philodendron 'White Princess' is a cultivar derived from the Colombian native Philodendron erubescens. It is characterized by deep burgundy stems and glossy, elliptic-to-cordate foliage with stable sectoral white variegation. As an epiphytic climber, it grows well when provided with a moss pole or support, reflecting its origin in warm, humid tropical understory habitats. It is valued among collectors for its reliable growth habit and consistent variegation.

Native range

Cultivated variegated selection derived from Philodendron erubescens, a species native to Colombia.

Colombia

Classification

Genus: Philodendron
Family: Araceae
Type: Variegated
Growth habit: Epiphytic climber
Form of: Philodendron erubescens

Morphology

Leaf shape: Elliptic to narrowly cordate
Leaf length: 20-30 cm
Leaf width: 10-15 cm
Petiole colour: Burgundy
Venation: Pinnate
Texture: Glossy
Variegation: Sectoral white
Growth habit: Climbing

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Shop	Stock	Checked	Price
Root Houseplants established plant	In stock	30 Oct 2026	£10
Grow Tropicals tissue culture plantlet	In stock	2 Nov 2026	£106

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Month	Median	Sold
Oct 2026	£8	4
Sep 2026	£14	6
Aug 2026	£8	8
Jun 2026	£13	2
May 2026	£5	2
Apr 2026	£11	4

Before you buy

The plain species (often sold as 'Red Emerald') is inexpensive and widely available; be cautious of collector-level pricing
For 'Pink Princess' or 'White Princess', check the variegation percentage in photos; heavily white/pink sectored cuttings are harder to establish and more valuable, but also more fragile
Look for firm stems and healthy nodes; a cutting with a mushy or blackened base is unlikely to root
All Philodendron are toxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children

Philodendron erubescens 'White Princess' care

Substrate: Chunky, well-draining aroid mix: 40% orchid bark, 30% potting compost, 20% perlite, 10% sphagnum moss.
Watering: Allow the top few centimetres of substrate to dry between waterings. Reduce slightly in winter.
Humidity: 50-70%. Tolerates average household humidity better than most variegated Philodendron cultivars, making the plain species a forgiving climber.
Feeding: Balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every 3-4 weeks during the growing season.
Repotting: Annually while young and fast-growing; every 2 years once established, or when roots fill the pot.

Common problems

Leggy growth with small leaves
Cause: Insufficient light or no support to climb
Fix: Provide a moss pole or trellis and move to brighter indirect light; leaf size increases noticeably once the plant is climbing
Root rot
Cause: Overwatering or poorly-draining substrate
Fix: Unpot, trim affected roots, and repot into fresh chunky substrate; reduce watering frequency
Bacterial leaf spot
Cause: Overhead watering and poor air circulation
Fix: Water at the base, avoid wetting foliage, and improve airflow around the plant

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How to propagate Philodendron erubescens 'White Princess'

Methods: Stem cutting, Node cutting. Step-by-step guide
Difficulty: Easy. Forgiving of missed waterings, average home humidity, and imperfect light. A solid pick for beginners or low-fuss collections.
Time to establish: 6-10 weeks
True from cuttings: Yes. Cuttings keep the cultivar's character.
Notes: Roots readily from stem or node cuttings in water or moist substrate. The plain species propagates fast and true; variegated sports like Pink Princess and White Princess need a cutting taken at a visibly variegated node to preserve the sectoring.

Philodendron erubescens 'White Princess'

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