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Philodendron 'Painted lady'
Cultivar: Painted lady
This Philodendron cultivar is a sought-after tropical foliage plant characterized by its heart-shaped leaves that emerge a bright, almost neon yellow-green before maturing into a deeper, mottled lime-green. Its most striking feature is the dramatic contrast between the leaves and the bright, candy-pink or reddish stems that support them. Perfect for indoor environments, it offers a lush, trailing, or climbing habit that brings immediate visual interest to any tropical-inspired collection.
The Painted Lady Philodendron is a stunning vining tropical prized for its vibrant yellow-green leaves speckled with chartreuse and pinkish-red petioles.
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Plant Profile
Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct afternoon sun which can scorch the leaves.
Water
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Mature size
2-4 feet tall in containers, longer if allowed to climb.
Hardiness
10-11
Growth habit
Vining climber
Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Requires consistent humidity and bright, indirect light to maintain the vibrant variegation; low light may lead to greener, less mottled foliage.
Prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 55 degrees.
Rarely flowers in an indoor environment; grown primarily for its decorative, colorful foliage.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct afternoon sun which can scorch the leaves.
Growth rate
Moderate
Fertilizer
Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer once a month during the active growing season.
Pruning
Trim leggy stems to encourage branching and maintain a compact, bushy shape.
Care notes
Requires consistent humidity and bright, indirect light to maintain the vibrant variegation; low light may lead to greener, less mottled foliage.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
2-4 feet tall in containers, longer if allowed to climb.
Growth habit
Vining climber
Spacing
12-18 inches apart if planting multiple in a single container.
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers in an indoor environment; grown primarily for its decorative, colorful foliage.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
10-11
Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 55 degrees.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Soil
Well-draining, airy peat or coco coir-based potting mix with added perlite or bark for aeration.
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
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Container Growing
Ideal for indoor containers; provide a moss pole or trellis if you want to encourage climbing and larger leaf development.
Family
Araceae
Foliage Look
Variegated lime and chartreuse heart-shaped leaves with bright pink stems.
Foliage Rules
Leaves are heart-shaped and mottled yellow/green; petioles must show distinct reddish or pinkish tones.
Fruit Flower Look
Typical arum-style inflorescence, rarely seen in typical home care.
Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are infrequent and not a primary ornamental feature; do not depict as a flowering plant for standard imagery.
Growth Habit Rules
Should appear as a vining or climbing plant, not a rigid upright shrub; branches may require support as they age.
Mature Plant Look
A lush, vining indoor plant with vibrant, speckled foliage and striking reddish-pink stems.
Mature Stage Morphology
Larger, heart-shaped leaves with distinct mottling, woody-based stems, and potential to produce aerial roots.
Morphology Rules
Maintain realistic proportions between leaf size and stem length; ensure pink petiole color is present.
Plant Faqs
How much light does a Painted Lady Philodendron need? It thrives in bright, indirect light to keep its leaf colors vibrant. Can I grow this plant in a container? Yes, it is excellent for containers and can be trained to climb a pole. How often should I water my Painted Lady? Water when the top inch of soil is dry, typically every 7 to 10 days depending on your indoor climate.
Root Look
Healthy white or light brown roots within a compact starter plug.
Soil Look
Dark, rich potting mix containing perlite and organic matter.
Starter Stage
Small, young plant with several small, heart-shaped leaves showing early signs of yellow mottling and pinkish stems.
Starter Stage Morphology
Soft-textured leaves, tender stems, established root system in a small nursery plug.
Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Painted Lady Philodendron. This is Painted Lady Philodendron, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant Philodendron become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical display you want to create. Its most defining characteristic is the brilliant contrast between the mottled chartreuse foliage and the striking reddish-pink stems that provide constant color. Establish your new starter by moving the small plug into a four-inch pot with well-draining mix, then move it to a final decorative container once it is established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
The Painted Lady Philodendron is a stunning vining tropical known for its vibrant yellow-green mottled foliage and bold pink stems. It is a fantastic choice for indoor collections where it can thrive as a climbing or trailing accent plant.
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How to Grow the Painted Lady Philodendron: Care & Tips
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