White Knight Philodendron

Philodendron 'White Knight'

Vining aroids (pothos, philodendron, syngonium)Mood Meter: Needs a Little Love

Also called: Philodendron White Knight

How to identify it

White-variegated philodendron distinguished from White Wizard/Princess by dark burgundy to brownish-red stems and petioles with white markings.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: climbing.

Plant Mood Meter: Needs a Little Love

Typical variegated philodendron needs: bright filtered light, climbing support, and an airy root zone.

Care guide

Light

Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Gentle direct sun may be tolerated after acclimation.

Water

Water after the upper portion dries; avoid chronic saturation.

Soil / substrate

Chunky, airy aroid mix.

Humidity

Average to moderate humidity is suitable.

Support / growth

A vertical support encourages mature leaves.

Problems Planticist can help with

UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup

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