Some types of Philodendron include the pink princess philodendron (Philodendron Pink Princess), the melano philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum), and the glorious philodendron (Philodendron gloriosum). The Philodendron is a climbing plant with large, elegant dark green leaves, highly appreciated for its aesthetic contribution, especially indoors. If you want to know about various types of Philodendron, keep reading this article on Grow Your Patch.
Pink Princess Philodendron (Philodendron Pink Princess)
It is a hybrid of Philodendron erubescens with variegation in its leaves, meaning it shows a change in coloration. In this case, the intense green of its leaves has changed to various shades of pink. It is easy to care for but because it has become trendy, it is somewhat difficult to obtain, and its prices are usually high.
Melano Philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum)
It features a velvety sheen on its long, heart-shaped leaves that can measure 30 centimeters in length and sometimes more. It is advisable to cover its roots with some sand and moss to retain moisture. It is also advisable to prune its flowers as they do not add much to its aesthetic value.
White Princess Philodendron (Philodendron erubescens)
The charm of this plant lies in its unique leaves that show an individual pattern, framed in its white spots and stripes. No two leaves are alike, making it a focal point in interior decoration.
Glorious Philodendron (Philodendron gloriosum)
It is one of the most appreciated for its beauty and elegance. Its leaf is velvety and heart-shaped. It can be in a pot, hang, climb, or crawl on the ground. It requires enough water throughout the year, as it does not usually hibernate. It can be watered three times a week, sprinkling its stems and leaves, but making sure they do not become waterlogged, as they will burn in the sun. This watering should be done very early in the morning so that it benefits from it. You can also wait for the soil to be somewhat dry before watering. The light it receives should be indirect and filtered, but daily.
Brasil Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum)
It has a special characteristic of showing leaves that appear to have been hand-painted with watercolors. Each leaf is unique and different from all the others. Like all philodendrons, it can be toxic to pets and should be kept away from them. It is recommended to apply a little liquid fertilizer every two weeks, cleaning the leaves afterward to avoid burning. It is mainly used in hanging pots, from which both the leaves and roots will hang. It thrives at a temperature between 15 and 35 degrees.
Lemon Lime Philodendron (Philodendron lemon lime)
It is very attractive for its bright light green color, almost neon. It requires bright indirect light or partial shade. The more light it receives, the brighter its color. It needs a substrate that allows water to drain, which can be enriched with worm humus. The humidity should be medium to high. It can be planted in a hanging pot or in one next to the wall to climb up it. In both cases, it is good to assign it a stake, which will also make its leaves become slightly smaller.
Black Cardinal Philodendron (Philodendron Black Cardinal)
It is distinguished by its elegant leaves that begin in a burgundy red color, transition to a dark bronze, almost black tone, and then green, although the order of the colors can vary from plant to plant. If the leaves look wilted, it is a sign of either too much or too little water. To check which case it is, insert a finger into the pot. If it is wet, it’s an excess of water; otherwise, it needs watering. If a leaf turns yellow, it is a sign of old age, but if several leaves are yellowing simultaneously, it could be an excess of light. Conversely, if the stems are growing very long and there are large gaps between leaves, it needs more light.
Mini Philodendron (Philodendron scandens mini)
It is a very resilient plant that thrives in small pots. It can measure about ten centimeters in height, and its leaves measure between two and three centimeters. Generally, it does not tolerate the cold well. It can be watered every two days in summer and every three days in autumn and winter. Rainwater is very beneficial for them, so it is advisable to collect rainwater to water your pot.
Moonlight Philodendron (Philodendron moonlight)
This plant has two special characteristics: its leaves are a greenish-silver tone that makes it stand out, and instead of climbing or crawling, it forms small bushy clusters. It reproduces through cuttings, which should be taken from the base of a leaf, and preferably planted in spring.
Red-leaf Philodendron (Philodendron squamiferum)
It has characteristic red bristle-like hairs on its stems and is one of the tallest, reaching impressive heights indoors. Although it grows slowly, continuous pruning is recommended to prevent it from becoming uncontrollable. It requires continuous filtered light. It is a plant that prefers to be dry rather than wet, so it is advisable to water it with very little water every three to four days.
