Philodendron White Princess
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€19,95 - Regular price
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of light does it need? Bright indirect light is essential to maintain its white spots (variegata). Without enough light, it will turn green again.
Is it a toxic plant? Yes, it is toxic to pets.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
Philodendron White Princess
🌿 Spectacular green and white variegated foliage • 🎨 Each leaf unique • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌱 Rare collector’s plant • 🐾 Toxic to pets
The Philodendron White Princess is a rare and spectacular tropical plant, known for its bright green and white variegated foliage that makes each leaf a unique work of art. This collector’s variety features heart-shaped leaves with creamy white variegation that beautifully contrasts with deep green, creating a striking and elegant visual effect that adds a touch of sophistication and rarity to your urban jungle.
Native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, the Philodendron is a climbing plant from the Araceae family that naturally grows by clinging to trees in humid understories. The White Princess is a rare hybrid variety that combines the ease of care of Philodendrons with spectacular variegated foliage. Each leaf features a unique distribution of white and green, making every plant absolutely unique. Available in several sizes to fit all spaces, from compact formats for shelves and desks to larger sizes to create an elegant focal point in your urban jungle. Its moderate growth and evolving foliage make it a fascinating plant to watch over time.
Which Philodendron variety should you choose?
The Philodendron genus offers an incredible diversity of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here’s how the Philodendron White Princess stands out from other varieties in our catalog:
- White Princess (this plant): spectacular green and white variegated foliage, rare collector’s plant, each leaf unique. For fans of striking variegation.
- Birkin: dark green foliage with fine white stripes, compact stature, very graphic. More structured and symmetrical variegation.
- Green Princess: shiny solid green foliage, compact stature, very easy. Classic version without variegation.
- Prince of Orange: new bright orange leaves that turn green, spectacular. For warm color lovers.
- Congo Red: spectacular red-bronze foliage, large size, imposing stature. Colorful XXL version.
- Melanochrysum: dark velvety green leaves almost black with light veins, large size. Luxurious velvet version.
- Pedatum: deeply cut leaves, climbing, very large size. Graphic XXL version.
- Green Wonder: large shiny green leaves, imposing stature. Classic XXL version.
- Lime: bright lime green foliage, compact. Miniature colored version.
- Billietiae: elongated leaves with orange petioles, rare and spectacular. Graphic collector’s version.
- Sodiroi: silver variegated foliage, rare and elegant. Collector’s silver version.
- Diamond Variegata: green and cream variegated foliage, rare and elegant. Collector’s variegated version.
Why choose the Philodendron White Princess? If you’re looking for a rare collector’s plant with spectacular green and white variegated foliage where each leaf is unique, the White Princess is the perfect choice. It’s a true collector’s piece that draws all eyes and adds a rare touch of sophistication to your urban jungle.
Light exposure & placement
The Philodendron White Princess needs bright indirect light to maintain its vibrant white variegation. The more light it receives (without direct sun), the more spectacular the variegation will be.
- Light exposure: bright indirect light, avoid direct sun that burns the variegated leaves.
- Ideal: near an east- or north-facing window, bright shelf, bright desk, or living room with filtered light.
- Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
- Soil: light, airy, and well-draining, tropical plant potting mix with perlite and bark.
Verdeia tip: if new leaves are mostly green without white variegation, it’s a sign the plant lacks light — move it to a brighter spot.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate; let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring and summer, reduce in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a perforated pot with very well-draining soil.
- Humidity: prefers 60-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near a humidifier.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Support stake: optional but recommended to encourage vertical growth and larger leaves.
The white parts of the leaves contain no chlorophyll — the plant needs enough green to photosynthesize properly.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its spectacular green and white variegated foliage, the Philodendron White Princess adds a touch of sophistication and rarity to your urban jungle. It creates an elegant and precious focal point.
- Pair with: other variegated plants (Monstera Albo, Scindapsus Pictus) or solid green foliage plants (Monstera, Ficus) to create an elegant contrast.
- Ideal pot: matte ceramic decorative pot (white, gray, black) or terracotta to highlight the white variegation.
- Ambiance: perfect on a bright shelf, desk, coffee table, or as a precious collector’s plant in a living room.
White variegation creates a spectacular contrast with dark green foliage plants — perfect for creating an elegant collection.
Verdeia tips
- Rare collector’s plant — each leaf is unique with different variegation.
- Bright indirect light is essential — it’s the key to vibrant white variegation.
- Avoid direct sun — it burns the delicate white parts of the leaves.
- Variegation varies — some leaves may be mostly white, others mostly green.
- If a leaf is completely white, it will eventually brown (no chlorophyll) — this is normal.
- Rotate the plant regularly for even growth and uniform variegation.
- Repot every 1-2 years in spring into a slightly larger pot.
- Can become climbing — add a moss support to encourage larger leaves.
- Moderate growth — patience needed to see the plant develop.
- Toxic to pets — keep out of reach of cats and dogs (calcium oxalate crystals).
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Philodendron 'White Princess'
- Common name: Philodendron White Princess
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: tropical forests of Central and South America (hybrid variety)
- Adult size: up to 60–90 cm indoors (can climb with a support)
- Light: bright indirect light, avoid direct sun
- Watering: moderate, allow to dry between waterings
- Care: moderate (requires bright light for variegation)
- Toxicity to pets: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
- Decorative style: Collection / Elegant / Urban jungle
- Feature: spectacular green and white variegated foliage, rare collector's plant, each leaf unique
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The distribution and intensity of the variegation naturally vary from leaf to leaf and from plant to plant, making each White Princess absolutely unique.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.