Philodendron 'Birkin Galaxy'

The Philodendron 'Birkin Galaxy' is a rare and coveted variety of Philodendron Birkin, prized for its spectacular and ever-changing foliage. Its thick, leathery leaves display random stripes and spots of creamy white, light green, and dark green, creating a unique marbled effect.

Main Features:

• Foliage: Evergreen leaves, oval and pointed, with a waxy texture. Each leaf displays a unique variegation pattern, with stripes and spots of white, light green, and dark green.
• Habit: Upright and compact, forming a dense clump of leaves.
• Growth: Moderate, generally reaching a height of 60 to 90 cm indoors.
• Care: Relatively easy, but requires special attention to lighting and watering to maintain its vibrant variegation.

Growing Information:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn its leaves and fade its variegation.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil, rich in organic matter.
• Watering: Water your plant moderately, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering can cause root rot.
• Fertilizer: Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a houseplant fertilizer.
• Temperature: It enjoys good ambient humidity and prefers temperatures between 18°C and 27°C (64°F and 80°F).
• Repotting: Repot every two or three years, into a slightly larger pot.
• Care: Clean the leaves regularly with a damp cloth to remove dust. If you want to create a bushier plant, feel free to pinch off new shoots, this will cause the plant to branch out more.

It is a so-called air-purifying plant; it will do well in a room where airflow is limited, such as a bedroom.