Philodendron Pink Princess
Philodendron erubescens ‘Pink Princess’ · A cultivated variety
The famous “PPP” — deep, near-black green leaves splashed with bubblegum-pink variegation. A climbing collector’s favorite where no two leaves are ever the same.
Available in 6 inchCare
Light
Bright, indirect light is the secret to the pink — the more good light it gets, the more pink variegation it holds. Too little light and new leaves come out mostly green; harsh direct sun burns the delicate pink areas.
Water
Water when the top inch of soil is dry, then let it drain. The pink (chlorophyll-free) sections are prone to browning, so avoid both soggy soil and complete dry-out. It likes some humidity.
Soil & Feeding
Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix and give it a moss pole to climb. Feed lightly in the growing season. Pruning just above a pink-marked node encourages more variegated growth.
Details
A climbing philodendron prized for its dark leaves marbled with unpredictable pink variegation.
- ✅ Dark green-to-black leaves with pink splashes
- ✅ Every leaf is unique
- ✅ Climbing habit — loves a moss pole
Size
Available in a 6 inch pot.
Good to Know
⚠️ Like other philodendrons, Pink Princess contains calcium oxalate crystals and is toxic if ingested — keep away from pets and children, and wash hands after handling. Grown for ornamental purposes and not intended for human or animal consumption.
Plant Bio
Philodendron erubescens ‘Pink Princess’ · the famous “PPP”
The Pink Princess is one of the most coveted houseplants of recent years, a cultivated form of Philodendron erubescens grown for its dramatic contrast: deep, glossy, near-black green leaves splashed and marbled with vivid bubblegum pink. Because the variegation is random, every leaf — and every plant — is one of a kind.
It’s a climbing philodendron, so it grows happiest with a moss pole or support to scramble up.
The key to keeping the pink is light: give it plenty of bright, indirect light and it produces more variegated leaves; in dim conditions it reverts to green. Water when the top inch of soil dries, use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix, and give it a bit of humidity. Since the pink sections have no chlorophyll, they burn in direct sun and brown if the plant is stressed, so aim for that bright-but-gentle sweet spot. Pruning just above a well-variegated node encourages more pink.
A genuine showpiece — and, like all philodendrons, toxic if ingested, so keep it away from pets and children.
Good to know about the Pink Princess
- Dark leaves marbled with unpredictable pink variegation.
- Needs bright, indirect light to keep producing pink.
- Climbing habit — give it a moss pole.
- Toxic if ingested — keep away from pets and children.
Note: Contains calcium oxalate crystals and is toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children. Grown for ornamental purposes and not intended for human or animal consumption.