Painted Lady Philodendron

The Painted Lady Philodendron is a stunning climbing philodendron known for its colorful leaves and bright yellow-green new growth. Each new leaf emerges a vivid chartreuse before gradually maturing to a deeper green, creating a beautiful contrast against its reddish-pink petioles. As it grows, it will happily climb a moss pole or other support, allowing its leaves to become larger and more dramatic.

FUN FACT: Every new leaf on a Painted Lady is like a little work of art! The leaves emerge bright yellow-green and slowly change color as they mature, while the stems range from pink to red, giving the plant its “Painted Lady” name.
LIGHT: Bright, indirect light is best to maintain its vibrant coloring and encourage healthy growth. It can tolerate some lower light, but growth may slow and the leaves may become less colorful.
WATER: Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry before watering thoroughly. Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, as consistently soggy soil can lead to root problems.
SOIL: Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix that allows plenty of airflow around the roots. A combination of potting soil, orchid bark, and perlite works well.
BLOOM: Mature plants may produce the typical philodendron flower, called a spathe, although flowering is uncommon indoors.
PROPAGATION: Propagate by stem cuttings, making sure each cutting contains at least one healthy node. Cuttings can be rooted in water, sphagnum moss, or a well-draining propagation mix.