Sharp structure. High contrast. Compact royalty.
Philodendron ‘White Princess’ is a self-heading hybrid best known for its clean, upright growth habit and sharply defined white variegation across deep green, semi-gloss leaves. The foliage emerges paddle-shaped and symmetrical, often with marbled sectors, streaked petioles, or full half-moon splits depending on how the chimeric mutation expresses.
The variegation is caused by periclinal chimerism, where genetically distinct cell layers in the apical meristem divide unevenly. The result: unpredictable but repeatable patterns of chlorophyll-suppressed tissue, often influenced by light intensity and pruning practices. This isn't a splashy, unstable variegate—White Princess tends to hold its form and pattern well under consistent conditions.
As a self-heading plant, it does not vine. Leaves emerge from a central point in a neat, upright spiral, making this a perfect choice for growers looking for architectural foliage that stays manageable in size.
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The specific plant shown. Fully rooted, actively growing, and currently showing stable white variegation. -
Grower’s Choice
A healthy, rooted plant from our White Princess stock. Each shows active white variegation, though distribution and intensity vary leaf to leaf. All are selected for strong structure and visible color.
Philodendron ‘White Princess’ Care Overview
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Light | Bright, indirect light. Variegated zones need strong filtered light to maintain contrast. |
| Humidity | 60–80%. Higher humidity supports larger leaves and cleaner white zones. |
| Watering | Allow the top 1–2” of soil to dry between waterings. Avoid soggy roots. |
| Substrate | Well-draining aroid mix with peat, perlite, bark, and pumice. |
| Temperature | 65–85°F. Protect from sudden dips or drafts. |
| Feeding | Fertilize monthly with a balanced or low-nitrogen formula. |
| Growth Habit | Self-heading. Compact, upright, and well-behaved. |
| Pests to Watch | Thrips and spider mites. Clean leaves regularly, especially variegated zones. |
Shipping Note:
All White Princess plants ship rooted in soil and are packed with care. Due to the pale variegation, some cosmetic wear in transit is possible, such as edge bruising or slight fading on older leaves. These are normal and have no effect on root health or future variegation. Each plant is shipped clean, stable, and ready to thrive.