{"title":"Philodendron","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"pdn-035","title":"Philodendron Birkin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Birkin’ is a sought-after cultivar in the Araceae family and is commonly described as a mutation of Philodendron ‘Rojo Congo’, or believed to be a mutation or hybrid involving related Congo type cultivars. It is not found in the wild as a natural species, while philodendrons are associated with tropical regions of the Americas and the Caribbean. This plant is grown mainly for its elegant foliage rather than flowers, which are rare indoors.The leaves are glossy, dark green, thick, and sturdy, with creamy white, yellow, or light green streaks that form a distinctive pinstripe pattern. The variegation is unique on each leaf and usually becomes more pronounced as the plant matures. Some leaves may show little variegation, and young leaves can appear brighter before developing more green. In low light, the plant may lose variegation, and the pinstripes may turn greener. The plant can also occasionally revert toward Rojo Congo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron \u003c\/em\u003e‘Birkin’ is a tropical perennial houseplant with an upright, self-heading, bushy growth habit. It does not climb. Mature plants can reach about 2–3 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide. Growth is slow to moderate, and mature plants may become less dense, with leaves branching from the main stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Birkin’ when the top inch or two of soil has dried. Keep the soil lightly moist but never soggy, as overwatering can lead to mushy stems and root rot. Use a pot with drainage and a well-draining mix. The plant is fairly forgiving if watering is occasionally missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Birkin’ in bright, indirect or filtered light, such as near an east or west facing window. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves, and avoid low light, which can reduce variegation. It thrives in warmth, ideally 65–85°F, with 50–60% humidity. A bathroom, bright living room, shelf, tabletop, or well-lit indoor corner is suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinctive cultivar stands out for its sophisticated, highly intricate venation pattern, showcasing creamy yellow or light green pinstripes that intensify as the leaves mature. As a self-heading plant, it maintains a manageable form without climbing. It benefits indoor spaces by purifying the air and increasing humidity. Additionally, its tissues contain calcium oxalate crystals, making the plant toxic to humans, cats, and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Birkin’ grows upright with a thick, self-supporting stem and does not climb. It remains compact and slow growing, making it suitable for small indoor spaces, shelves, tabletops, and bright indoor corners. It prefers bright indirect light, warm indoor temperatures, well-draining aroid or houseplant potting mix, and moderate watering after the top layer of soil dries. Propagation is commonly done through stem cuttings rooted in water or soil. Cuttings should include nodes, and roots usually develop within a few weeks before potting into well draining soil. Pruning is minimal; remove only yellow, damaged, or older leaves with clean tools. Common issues include yellowing leaves from overwatering or fertilizer imbalance, brown tips from low humidity or underwatering, curling or wrinkled leaves from moisture stress, fading variegation from insufficient light, and root rot from soggy soil. Pests may include spider mites, mealybugs, aphids, scale insects, fungus gnats, and related indoor plant pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cosy Plants","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":42276217421879,"sku":"Pdn 035_S","price":380.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":42276217454647,"sku":"Pdn 035_M","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":42276217487415,"sku":"Pdn 035_L","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":42276217520183,"sku":"Pdn 035_XL","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/5825\/0039\/files\/Pdn-35-02-Side.webp?v=1784094071"},{"product_id":"pdnth-21b","title":"Philodendron Paraiso Verde","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eParaiso Verde is a tropical plant in the Araceae family, also listed botanically as \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron \u003c\/em\u003e‘Paraiso Verde’. Its native area is considered  as South America and Central America. The name “Paraiso Verde” means “green paradise,” and the plant is also known as Marina Ruy Barbosa. \u003c\/span\u003eThe plant is known for long, deeply lobed green leaves with irregular yellow and light green variegation. Young foliage may begin as deep glossy green or neon green, then mature with lighter green, yellow tones, and sometimes blue-grey colouring. The leaves are  heart-shaped when young, later becoming elongated, lobed, or mosaiced, with undulating margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e 'Paraiso Verde' is an evergreen tropical vine with an upright, climbing growth habit. It produces aerial roots along sturdy green stems and benefits from a moss pole, trellis, or other support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater when the top half of the soil has dried out, or when the upper 2–3 inches feel slightly dry. Keep the potting mix moist but well drained, and never allow the plant to sit in water. Incorrect watering may cause yellow leaves, drooping, stunted growth, brown tips, or root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e 'Paraiso Verde' in a warm, humid indoor area with medium to bright indirect light or filtered sunlight. An east-facing window, or a position several feet from a south- or west-facing window with filtered light, is suitable. Keep it away from direct sun, cold drafts, doors, windows, and air vents. Ideal temperatures are around 18–32°C, with humidity around 60–70%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species features striking leaf aesthetics, with a light green cloud or marbled pattern variegated against a dark green backdrop. As a natural air purifier, it filters harmful toxins from indoor environments. Structurally, it produces long, thin petioles and functions as a trailing or climbing plant ideal for moss poles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor healthy growth, use moist but well-drained soil mix. Propagation is done by stem cuttings with a leaf and node, rooted in moist soil or water. Pruning is not regularly required, but yellow, dead, damaged, reverted green leaves, or excess vines can be removed. Common pests include aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, and scale. 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