Philodendron ‘Florida Ghost’

New leaves emerge a ghostly pale cream or white, then slowly deepen to green as they mature — every unfurling leaf is a little reveal on this deeply lobed, one-of-a-kind collector's Philodendron.

The Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' is a hybrid of P. Squamiferum and P. Pedatum with deeply lobed, asymmetrical leaves that are genuinely unlike anything else in the Philodendron family. The pale new growth — ghostly cream or white — slowly deepens to green as each leaf matures, making every unfurling a small event. A climbing viner that produces larger, more dramatic leaves with a moss pole or totem.

What I love about it

The Florida Ghost is the Philodendron that makes collectors do a double-take. The pale new growth is genuinely striking — it looks almost bleached or variegated, and the slow transition to green as the leaf matures means the plant is always showing multiple colors at once. The deeply lobed, asymmetrical leaf shape is distinctive and beautiful, and the climbing habit means it gets more impressive with age and a good support. Every new leaf is a surprise.

Plant Care Tips

• ☀️ Light: Bright indirect light — keeps pale new growth vivid and growth vigorous
• 💧 Water: Water when top inch of soil feels dry; ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
• 💧 Humidity: Loves humidity — growth accelerates in humid environments
• 🐾 Pet Safety: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested — keep out of reach
• 🪴 Difficulty: Intermediate — rewards a little extra humidity with spectacular foliage

Plant Specs

• Growth Habit: Climbing viner — add a moss pole or totem for larger, more dramatic leaves
• Foliage: Deeply lobed, asymmetrical; new growth pale cream/white, matures to green
• Growing Zone: 10–11 outdoors; houseplant in all zones

Bloom bold. Be cheeky.