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Philodendron Florida Ghost 19cm H50cm

Philodendron Florida Ghost 19cm H50cm

£59.00 GBP
£59.00 GBP
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Meet the ‘Florida Ghost’—the phantom of the jungle. With her deeply lobed leaves that emerge in a shocking, ghostly white before slowly transitioning to mint and finally deep emerald green, she is a living magic show. Dramatic, rare, and undeniably cool, she’s here to bring a touch of the supernatural to your collection.

  • The Formal Name: Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'
  • The Nickname: Ghost Philodendron
  • Roots: A spectacular custom hybrid cross between Philodendron pedatum and Philodendron squamiferum.
  • Natural Vibe: Climbing high into the tropical canopy using fuzzy, red-haired petioles to anchor onto tree trunks.

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: She demands bright, indirect light. The ghostly white emergent leaves require strong light to unfurl without greening up too quickly. No direct rays!
  • Best Room: A warm, well-lit living room or a dedicated grow-space where she can be the center of attention.
  • Snacks: A balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser diluted to half-strength every 4 weeks in spring and summer.
  • Tropical Feels: She loves humidity! Keep it at 50–70% to encourage large, deeply fenestrated foliage.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep it warm (18–27°C). Protect her from cold winter windows and drafty air conditioning units.
  • Thirst: Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. She enjoys consistency—moist but never soggy.
  • Safety First: Toxic – best kept out of reach of curious paws and little hands.
  • The Bedding: A chunky, airy aroid mix with plenty of orchid bark, perlite, and charcoal to keep her roots breathing.
  • Family Tree: Propagate via stem cuttings with a healthy leaf node in water or damp sphagnum moss.
  • Space Needs: She wants to go up! Give her a moss pole or sturdy trellis to support her vining habit as she matures.
  • Speed: A moderate grower that rewards stability with frequent new, pale white wings.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for mealybugs hiding in the fuzzy texture of her distinct red leaf stems.
  • Moving Day: Repot every 1–2 years in spring to refresh her soil and upgrade her climbing totem.
  • Haircut: Prune to manage size or to encourage bushier growth from the base of the pot.
  • Fresh Air: An elite air purifier that scrubs indoor toxins while adding a dramatic edge to your interior.
  • Plant Lore: Her name comes from the way her young leaves hover like tiny, pale ghosts against her darker mature stems.
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