Philodendron Birkin

Philodendron ‘Birkin’ is a beautiful tropical houseplant known for its glossy green leaves decorated with creamy white pinstripe variegation. Each leaf can look a little different, with some showing bold striping and others growing in softer shades of green.

Key Features:

Philodendron ‘Birkin’ has a compact, upright growth habit and usually stays fairly manageable indoors. It grows best in bright, indirect light and may grow more slowly in lower light. New leaves may emerge lighter and deepen in colour as they mature.

Pet Friendliness:

Not pet-friendly.  It contains calcium oxalates, which can be toxic to cats, dogs, and other pets if ingested. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.

Care Instructions:

Light: Bright, indirect light is best. Avoid harsh direct sun, which may scorch the leaves.

Watering: Water when the top portion of soil has dried out. Keep the soil lightly moist, but never soggy.

Humidity: Average household humidity is usually okay, but Philodendron Birkin appreciates moderate to higher humidity.

Temperature: Keep warm and away from cold drafts. Ideal range is about 18–27°C.

Soil: Use a light, chunky, well-draining potting mix. A tropical houseplant mix with orchid bark, perlite, coco chips, or charcoal works well.

Fertilizer: Feed lightly during spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertilizer.

Pruning: Remove yellow or damaged leaves as needed. Support climbing growth with a moss pole or plant stake if desired.

Repotting: Repot when the plant becomes root-bound or when the soil is no longer draining well.

*Please note that color may differ slightly from how it appears on your screen due to varying monitor settings. 

**Please note that you will not receive the exact plant shown in the photos, but we will be sure to select something comparable for you.