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Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble'

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Philodendron erubescens 'Pink Princess Marble'

Genus

Philodendron

Family

Araceae

Order

Alismatales

How to care for Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble'

💦 Water

How often to water your Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble'

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' in your home

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

💨 Humidity

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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❄️ Dormancy

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!

🌎 Native Region

Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Philodendron 'Pink Princess Marble', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.