Young specimens have vivid orange leaves that gradually change to green as they mature.
During their transformation, there can be a mix of foliage shades on one plant.
As new leaves unfurl, more orange shades arrive.
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Providing you’re able to offer bright but indirect light and high humidity, this plant should thrive.
Philodendrons are amongst some of the mostpopular houseplants.
And remember to spin the plant regularly to encourage uniform growth.
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Soil
You want a loose, well-draining potting medium for your Philodendron ‘Prince of Orange’.
To boost the drainage further, try adding a little gravel.
Alternatively, pick up a ready-made commercial aroidpotting mix.
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Instead of watering on a strict schedule, it’s all about regularly checking soil moisture levels.
Even moisture is best, as wet feet can lead toroot rotand problems with pests.
Temperature and Humidity
Your Philodendron ‘Prince of Orange’ can handle most household conditions.
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Aim for 50 to 70 percent humidity levels to see your plant thrive.
Philodendrons arepopular bathroom plants, but even a steamy shower space won’t be enough to reach these levels.
Daytime temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit are ideal.
A balanced 10-10-10 formula works well.
If you want an organic option, consider using a dilutedfish emulsion.
However, be prepared for the strong smell.
Doing this ensures all the plant’s energy is directed into promoting healthy new growth.
By propagating, you risk infringing copyright laws.
Thankfully, there are many othercolorful plantsyou can propagate from without any issues.
Don’t go too large when repotting your Philodendron ‘Prince of Orange’.
A pot that is one or two inches bigger in diameter is perfect.
However, it’s worth watching for bugs that are lovers of high humidity.
This includesfungus gnats,mealybugs, andthrips.
Useneem oilorinsecticidal soapto help keep these bothersome bugs at bay before an infestation grows.
Curling Leaves
Inward curling leaves on your Philodendron ‘Prince of Orange’ isn’t a good sign.
It often indicates that you gotta increase humidity levels or move your plant to a warmer spot.
Getting lighting levels wrong can cause premature fading or leaf scorch.
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