One-part pattern, one-part chaos
This is an uncommon hybrid with serious presence: Philodendron Florida Beauty × Tortum blends the sectoral, cream-to-lime variegation of Florida Beauty with the lace-like, highly dissected leaf structure of Tortum. The result? A leaf shape that reads architectural—sometimes even skeletal—with unpredictable swirls of marbling across the lobes.
As a hybrid, this plant inherits:
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From Tortum: deeply lobed, linear leaf architecture and a fast, airy climbing habit
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From Florida Beauty: chimeric, pigment-suppressed variegation with strong cream sectors and lime-on-green gradients
Each leaf is genetically distinct, and variegation is chimeric, meaning it varies based on cell layer mutation and isn’t “passed down” uniformly. Some leaves may be bold and creamy; others more subtle—but the shape will always make a statement.
This listing is for the exact plant pictured, rooted in aroid mix, fully acclimated, and actively pushing growth.
Philodendron Florida Beauty × Tortum Care Overview
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Light | Bright, indirect light. Essential for maintaining strong variegation. |
| Humidity | 60–80%. Helps support variegation and clean leaf form. |
| Watering | Allow top 1–2" of soil to dry before watering. Avoid soggy roots. |
| Substrate | Well-draining aroid mix: bark, perlite, peat, and pumice or charcoal. |
| Temperature | 65–85°F. Stable warmth preferred. |
| Feeding | Fertilize monthly during active growth with a balanced, low-nitrogen formula. |
| Growth Habit | Climber. Will vine quickly and benefit from vertical support. |
| Pests to Watch | Spider mites and thrips. Check undersides of lobed leaves regularly. |
Shipping Note:
This plant ships rooted in soil and packed with care. Due to its dissected leaf shape and pale variegation, minor cosmetic wear during shipping is normal—including edge blemishes or slight tip curl. These do not affect plant health and are purely aesthetic. You’ll receive the exact plant shown, healthy, clean, and ready to grow.
Our Live Delivery Guarantee
We stand behind every leaf and every mite. If your plant or predatory insects don’t arrive alive on the first delivery attempt, we’ll make it right.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Email us at info@fgmnnursery.com within 24 hours of delivery
- Include clear photos of the item and the shipping label
- Someone must be available to receive the package—plants and bugs don’t do well sitting in the sun, a mailbox, or the back of a delivery truck
For plants, we offer store credit if something goes wrong.
For predatory mites and beneficial insects, you’ll have the choice of a replacement shipment or store credit.
If you contact us after the 24-hour window, we may still be able to help—just know it’s handled case by case.
We pack with care, insulate when needed, and check the weather before shipping. But once it’s in transit, the fastest way to protect your order is to open it right away.