Philodendron lupinum 'Variegated'
Variegated Lupinum Philodendron
UK price
£80 to £120
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About Philodendron lupinum 'Variegated'
Philodendron lupinum 'Variegated' is a climbing aroid native to the Acre region in western Amazonian Brazil. It has cordate to elongate-cordate leaves with a velvety-to-satin texture on their upper surface and reddish or bronzy undersides. In cultivation, it grows best in warm, humid conditions with bright indirect light and a support to climb. Its foliage has irregular cream-to-yellow variegation, with marbling and sectoral patches.
Native range
Species native to Brazil (Acre); variegated collector form in cultivation
Classification
- Genus
- Philodendron
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Variegated
- Growth habit
- Climbing aroid
- Form of
- Philodendron lupinum
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- CordateHeart-shaped foliage, featuring a rounded notch (sinus) where the leaf stem attaches. to elongate-cordateHeart-shaped foliage, featuring a rounded notch (sinus) where the leaf stem attaches.
- Leaf length
- 12-25 cm
- Leaf width
- 8-15 cm
- Petiole colour
- Green
- Venation
- PinnateVeins or lobes arranged like a feather, branching out symmetrically on both sides of a single main central vein.
- Texture
- Velvety to satin upper surface, bronzy/reddish undersides
- Variegation
- Irregular cream to yellow marbling and sectoral patches
- Growth habit
- Climbing with aerial roots
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Before you buy
- Check that roots are firm and white to tan; avoid plants with black, slimy, or absent roots
- Verify the variegation pattern extends into new emerging growth; if the newest leaf is fully green, the plant may be reverting
- Inspect leaf undersides for thrips (silvery stippling) and mealybugs (white cottony residue at leaf bases)
- On eBay, compare the listed plant to multiple recent sold comps to confirm the asking price is realistic for the variegation level shown
Philodendron lupinum 'Variegated' care
- Substrate
- High-porosity mix: 50% perlite, 30% orchid bark, 20% coco coir. Good aeration is essential; philodendrons are prone to root rot in dense substrates.
- Watering
- Water thoroughly when the top 3–4 cm of substrate is dry. Ensure free drainage and never allow to sit in water. Reduce frequency in winter.
- Humidity
- 60–80% preferred. UK tap water can cause brown tips, so use rainwater or filtered water where possible.
- Feeding
- Balanced liquid fertiliser (e.g. 20-20-20) at quarter strength every two weeks in spring and summer. Monthly at most in winter.
- Repotting
- Every 12–18 months or when roots circle the base of the pot. Move up one pot size only; oversized pots increase rot risk.
Common problems
Brown leaf tips
Cause: Low humidity or fluoride/chlorine in tap water
Fix: Increase ambient humidity and switch to rainwater or filtered water
Yellow leaves
Cause: Overwatering or compacted substrate
Fix: Allow substrate to dry further between waterings; check root health and repot if necessary
Leggy growth with small leaves
Cause: Insufficient light
Fix: Move to a brighter position with more indirect light
Gear for this plant
- Coir Moss Pole, 120cm (4-Pack)Coco coir totem for climbing aroids to root into as they grow upward.
- Natural Rooting Powder, 3 x 75gRooting hormone powder for stem and leaf cuttings.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Digital Hygrometer & ThermometerLCD humidity and temperature gauge for checking a grow spot against a plant's target range.
How to propagate Philodendron lupinum 'Variegated'
- Methods
- Stem cutting, Node cutting. Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Moderate. Rewards a consistent watering and light routine, but tolerates the occasional lapse. Suited to growers with some houseplant experience.
- Time to establish
- 4-8 months
- True from cuttings
- Yes. Cuttings keep the cultivar's character.
- Notes
- Single-node cuttings root readily in moist sphagnum or water. Maintain 70%+ humidity and bottom warmth for best results.