Philodendron joepii Variegated (Baby Plant)

Not a TC plant!

Origin

This beauty has an unusual leaf shape, with insects initially thought to have eaten at the leaf. Only one other specimen of this species was found at the time, making it certain that it was a distinct species after all.

The super rare Philodendron joepii is named after a Dutch botanist, Joep Moonen. This gem seems to be almost non-existent in the wild (in the South American region), fortunately several specimens have been secured in botanical gardens by collectors and botanists.

Climbing plant

The Philodendron Joepii is a climber, as originally the plants in the rain forests had to fight for sufficient light. The higher they can climb, the larger the leaves can become.

Care for

Light, water and temperature

This beautiful plant thrives best in moderate indirect light, yet it can also tolerate lower indirect light. In summer, it is recommended to water a little every two weeks when the plant is in a place with lower indirect light. When the plant receives more light, the frequency of watering should also be adjusted. Temperatures between 18°C and 23°C are desirable.

Substrate and drainage

It is important to place the Philodendron Joepii in slightly moist soil, this encourages the plant's roots to constantly breathe in fresh oxygen. However, the soil should never be wet, as this increases the chances of root rot. For almost all Philodendron species, traditional potting soil does not fit optimally. Therefore, we recommend mixing perlite and bark through the soil, this is already a big step in the right direction. We use, for most plants, peat. In a mixture, this ensures that the pH of the soil is kept between 4.5-7.5. For a Joepii, this is considered optimal.

Easy plant for beginners

Otherwise, the Philodendron Joepii is actually a very easy species to keep, which otherwise does not have extremely high environmental requirements.