Rare Florida Ghost Philodendron – 4″ Pot – Collector’s Series

A philodendron collector’s dream, the Florida Ghost is a relative of philodendron Florida Green, another hybrid of Philodendron squamiferum x pedatum. Both were developed by Florida botanist Robert McColley in the 1950s. This rare tropical plant is known for its shiny, deeply lobed leaves on hairy red petioles that unfurl ghostly white before eventually darkening to a deep, attractive green. You’ll sometimes see variegated versions of this plant, with green patterning against the white on immature leaves. Some specimens whose young leaves emerge pale green rather than white are referred to as Florida Ghost Mint by houseplant collectors.
Providing evenly moist soil, higher-than-average humidity, and lots of bright, indirect light will keep it healthy and growing its signature ghostly white leaves. As your plant grows, use a trellis or moss pole to give this climbing plant the support it needs. Leaves will eventually fade to green as they mature, but lots of light will help your plant put out the creamy white young leaves this plant is known for. Some growers swear by grow lights to ensure the leaves start out white. However, it’s important to keep your plant out of direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves and harm your plant.

• Collector’s Series
• Benefits from having a support pole or trellis as it matures
• Provide bright, indirect light
• Easy to grow house plant
• Immediate shipping in a 4″ pot